How should CyberArk administrative accounts be managed?

CyberArk administrative accounts should be added to the Digital Vault for several important reasons. The Digital Vault offers a secure environment that safeguards sensitive credentials, such as administrative account details, from unauthorized access and cyber threats. By storing these accounts in the Vault, organizations can enforce strict access controls, ensuring that only authorized users can retrieve and use these credentials when needed.

Moreover, using the Digital Vault allows for features such as automatic credential rotation, auditing of access, and monitoring of account usage, which enhances security posture and compliance with organizational policies. This practice minimizes the risk of credential exposure and ensures that administrative accounts are managed in a centralized, secure manner.

Other options compromise security. For instance, sharing accounts can lead to accountability issues and make it difficult to track which user is responsible for actions taken with the shared credentials. Not storing them in the Vault exposes these accounts to potential risks, while managing them manually can be inefficient and error-prone, increasing the likelihood of improper handling or security breaches.