Question 1

What problems does strongDM solve?

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strongDM solves the challenges of managing complex infrastructure access, including SSH key sprawl, password fatigue, inconsistent access policies, and lack of auditability. It simplifies access for teams and strengthens security posture.

Question 2

How does strongDM differ from a traditional VPN?

Accepted Answer

Unlike traditional VPNs, strongDM provides granular, role-based access control to specific resources, rather than granting broad network access. This reduces the attack surface and improves security. It also eliminates the performance overhead and complexity associated with VPNs.

Question 3

What types of infrastructure can strongDM access?

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strongDM supports access to a wide range of infrastructure, including databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), servers (Linux, Windows), cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP), Kubernetes clusters, and more.

Question 4

Is strongDM compliant with industry security standards?

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Yes, strongDM is designed with security and compliance in mind. It supports features like multi-factor authentication (MFA), audit logging, and integration with identity providers to meet industry standards like SOC 2 and HIPAA.

Question 5

How easy is it to integrate strongDM with my existing tools?

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strongDM offers integrations with popular identity providers (Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace), SIEM tools (Splunk, Sumo Logic), and other DevOps tools, making it easy to incorporate into your existing workflow.

Question 6

Can strongDM help with audit and compliance requirements?

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Absolutely. strongDM provides detailed audit logs of all access activity, enabling you to demonstrate compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security policies.

Question 7

What is 'access as code' and how does strongDM enable it?

Accepted Answer

'Access as code' means managing infrastructure access through declarative configuration files, just like you manage infrastructure itself. strongDM allows you to define access policies in code, version control them, and automate their deployment.

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