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PAM for Terminals (SSH)

Secure SSH Access with Comprehensive Terminal Control

Fudo Enterprise provides advanced privileged access management for SSH terminal environments through intelligent behavioral monitoring and real-time threat detection. Our solution delivers transparent SSH session oversight, automated compliance documentation, and seamless integration with existing Unix/Linux infrastructure - without requiring agents or system changes.

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Challenge

SSH Terminal Vulnerabilities Create Critical Security Gaps

SSH terminal access presents significant security risks through compromised keys, privilege escalation, and limited session visibility. Traditional SSH security depends on key management and perimeter controls that cannot detect malicious activities or monitor privileged user behavior within active terminal sessions.

Key Issues

Compromised SSH keys enable undetected system access
Insufficient visibility into command execution and system modifications
Privilege escalation through legitimate SSH connections
Compliance challenges in terminal session auditing
Manual key management creates operational security risks

Solution

Intelligent SSH Access Control

Fudo Enterprise transforms SSH security through comprehensive terminal session management that combines AI-powered analysis with real-time behavioral monitoring. Our platform provides complete visibility and control over SSH sessions while preserving native terminal functionality and administrative efficiency.

Features

Advanced SSH Security & Terminal Control

Command-Level Behavioral Analysis

AI-powered monitoring analyzes SSH session patterns, command sequences, and system interactions. Automated detection identifies anomalous terminal behavior and unauthorized command execution.

Complete Session Recording

Full terminal session recording with searchable command logs and keystroke capture. Comprehensive archives support compliance requirements, security investigations, and operational analysis.

Real-Time Terminal Monitoring

Live session visibility enables administrators to observe active SSH connections, monitor command execution, and intervene when security policies are violated.

Transparent SSH Proxy

Agentless deployment integrates seamlessly with existing SSH infrastructure. Users connect through standard SSH clients while all terminal sessions flow through Fudo's intelligent security layer.

Automated Compliance Reporting

Generate detailed compliance reports documenting terminal access, command execution, and privilege usage. Comprehensive logging supports regulatory frameworks and security investigations.

SSH Key Management Integration

Automated SSH key rotation, secure key distribution, and centralized key lifecycle management eliminate manual key handling while maintaining seamless terminal access.

Benefits

Measurable SSH Security Improvements

Enhanced Threat Detection

AI-powered behavioral analysis detects malicious command patterns, privilege abuse, and unauthorized system modifications that traditional SSH security cannot identify.

Comprehensive Auditing

Complete session recording and command logging satisfy regulatory requirements for privileged access documentation and forensic analysis capabilities.

Operational Efficiency

Unified terminal access control reduces administrative complexity while providing granular oversight of user permissions, command execution, and system access patterns.

Native Client Compatibility

Support for standard SSH clients including PuTTY, OpenSSH, and terminal emulators ensures transparent user experience without workflow disruption.

Common SSH Terminal Security Scenarios

Third-Party Technical Support

Controlled terminal access for external vendors and contractors with session recording, time-limited access, and detailed activity documentation for security oversight.

Database Administrator Access

Secure terminal access to database servers with command-level monitoring, automated logging of database modifications, and behavioral analysis detecting unauthorized data access.

DevOps and System Administration

Privileged SSH access to production systems with comprehensive command auditing, real-time monitoring of configuration changes, and automated compliance reporting.

Integration

Seamless SSH Infrastructure Integration

Fudo Enterprise integrates with existing Unix/Linux environments, identity management systems, and SSH infrastructure without requiring system modifications or client software installation. Support for standard SSH protocols ensures compatibility across diverse terminal environments.