What is the primary function of PGU in the CyberArk ecosystem?

The primary function of PGU, or the Privileged Gateway Utility, in the CyberArk ecosystem is centered around its capability to develop plugins for the CyberArk Central Policy Manager (CPM). These plugins serve essential functions such as verifying, changing, and reconciling privileged account information. The PGU acts as an intermediary that enhances the flexibility and functionality of the CPM, allowing organizations to tailor the platform to meet specific operational needs.

By enabling the creation of these specialized plugins, the PGU plays a crucial role in ensuring that privileged accounts are managed securely and efficiently, thus strengthening the overall security posture of an organization. Its role is specifically geared towards the technical aspect of managing privileged accesses rather than aspects such as user permissions, cloud architecture optimization, or conducting security audits, which fall under different components and functions within the CyberArk framework.