How should a Vault Administrator save the RADIUS secret?

The recommended approach for saving the RADIUS secret is through encryption and storing it securely on the Digital Vault server. This method ensures that sensitive information, such as the RADIUS secret, is protected from unauthorized access. By encrypting the secret, it becomes unreadable to anyone who does not have the proper decryption keys, thus maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of the information.

Additionally, storing the encrypted secret on the Digital Vault server aligns with CyberArk’s security best practices, which emphasize secure storage solutions for sensitive data. This method leverages the robust security features of the Digital Vault, which is designed to manage and protect privileged credentials effectively.

Using a CyberArk utility for this purpose is also a valid method; however, it may not specifically emphasize the importance of encrypting the secret before storage. Saving the secret as a plain text file poses a significant security risk, as it would allow anyone with access to the file to read the secret directly, undermining its confidentiality. Storing the secret only in a Cloud server without proper encryption or access controls could lead to vulnerabilities, as it may not provide adequate safeguards against potential data breaches.