What occurs when a privileged account is not managed by CyberArk?

When a privileged account is not managed by CyberArk, a security event is generated, and the account is added to a list of pending accounts. This functionality is crucial for organizations that rely on CyberArk's Privileged Access Management system to help maintain security over sensitive accounts. The generation of a security event serves as an alerting mechanism, informing security personnel about the existence of an unmanaged privileged account, which could pose a potential risk.

Adding the account to a pending list allows cybersecurity teams to track and prioritize accounts that need attention. This process ensures that no privileged account can be overlooked, allowing for a more proactive approach to managing potential vulnerabilities stemming from unmonitored access. It also provides an opportunity for further investigation or remediation steps to secure such accounts appropriately.

Other options, while they might sound plausible, do not accurately represent the functionalities of CyberArk in managing privileged accounts. For instance, immediate disablement of the account may not be practical without proper context or verification, and logging a session for review generally pertains to monitoring activities rather than directly relating to account management status. Similarly, sending a notification to the administrator does not provide a systematic way of addressing security concerns arising from unmanaged accounts, unlike the proactive approach of listing these accounts as pending for action.