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Zero Trust Privileged Access Management (PAM), the StrongDM team is building and delivering a Zero Trust Privileged Access Management (PAM), which delivers unparalleled precision in dynamic privileged action control for any type of infrastructure. The frustration-free access stops unsanctioned actions while ensuring continuous compliance.

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Latest blog posts from StrongDM

What Is Kubernetes Ingress? Guide to K8s Traffic Management

This article breaks down Kubernetes Ingress, explaining how it manages external access to services, routing configurations, and best practices. You’ll learn how Ingress differs from Load Balancers, how controllers enforce routing rules, and how to choose the right setup for your needs.

Kubernetes Secrets: Create, Manage, and Secure k8s Secrets

In this article, we explore everything you need to know about Kubernetes Secrets and how to manage sensitive information in your Kubernetes clusters. You'll learn how to create different types of secrets, understand the various creation methods using kubectl, and discover best practices for using secrets in your applications. By the end of this article, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of how to securely handle credentials, API keys, certificates, and other sensitive data within your

How To List Users in PostgreSQL (psql command & GUI tools)

Up to 80% of data breaches in the U.S. start with unauthorized access. Without insights into who’s accessing your database, their login privileges, and the duration of each session, it can be difficult to prevent potential security threats. Fortunately, PostgreSQL is a powerful open-source relational database management system you can use to manage access control. Known for its advanced support, complex queries, and rich features, PostgreSQL can list users in your database for security audits,

How To Delete/Remove Users in Linux (userdel, deluser & Manually)

As a system administrator, a time will come when you’ll need to delete or remove users in your organization’s Linux system. It could be due to security reasons, routine account management, or organizational changes that require you to remove inactive accounts or offboard employees. Whatever the reason, it's important to do this properly to avoid problems like broken processes, orphaned files, and security vulnerabilities.

How to Add a User to Sudoers & Sudo Group in Ubuntu Securely

Security best practices recommend that you manage privileged access for Linux distributions like Ubuntu, just as with any other operating system. That’s why most Linux systems have the root user or superuser and regular users. At some point, you may need to elevate a regular user’s privileges so they can execute root-level tasks, such as modifying system configurations and settings. In this case, leveraging sudo can be helpful.

How to Delete a Postgres User (dropuser & DROP USER)

When working with or administering a database, you'll need to delete, remove, or drop users at some point. This might seem like a routine task, but dropping unnecessary or old users is crucial for maintaining database security. This helps remove access points for malicious actors — both in-house and external — so only authorized individuals can perform operations on it.

How to List All Databases in PostgreSQL (psql and More)

Having a complete view of all your databases in PostgreSQL is essential for effective database management. This guide explores six proven methods you can use to quickly list all of your databases.

How to Connect to a Remote PostgreSQL Database

Connecting to a remote PostgreSQL database can prove daunting for some teams. Your organization risks losing valuable time, which then leads to lost productivity. Thankfully, there are four different ways to connect to a remote PostgreSQL database and improve your team's efficiency.

Create a Database in PostgreSQL (Step-By-Step Guide)

Learn the step-by-step approach to creating a database in PostgreSQL. Our in-depth guide explores two main methods—using psql and pgAdmin.

How to List Users in Linux (9 Methods with Examples)

Need to keep tabs on who has access to your organization’s Linux system? This guide explores nine methods, with examples, that can help you quickly list users.

Linux SCP Command: Securely Transfer Files (10 Examples)

Discover 10 ways to leverage the SCP command in Linux. Learn how to incorporate options for specific file transfers and how to deal with common errors.

How To Change PostgreSQL User Password (3 Methods)

Data breaches have cost companies across industries an average of $4.88 million this year. Luckily, effectively preventing them comes down to simply managing user credentials effectively. In fact, regularly updating user passwords can notably reduce the risk of unauthorized access and data theft. Ready to level up your cybersecurity game? Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to change a PostgreSQL user password, why it’s important, and the best practices for securing your database. Read on!

How To Use SSH to Connect to a Remote Server (Windows, Linux & Mac)

Secure Shell (SSH) is one of the most effective ways to access and manage remote systems. This technology encrypts communications between the client and the server, enhancing system security and preventing unauthorized access. Another important benefit of SSH is its simplicity. This technology is relatively easy to use with various tools and clients, as we will demonstrate below. Plus, you can also use SSH for file transfers, running commands, and even tunneling. This guide explains how to use

How to Create Users in Linux with useradd (Step-by-Step)

Setting permissions, revoking access, and performing other user management duties in Linux can improve your system's security and organization, ensuring users can access the resources they need when they need to. The useradd command lets you create, modify, and check user accounts, helping you handle multi-user environments across various Linux distributions.

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