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Privileged Access Management Configuration Guide | PAM Solution Installation

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The miniOrange privilege access management (PAM) is a service that allows administrators to manage the privilege accounts and the management of the resources they have access of. In today's digital landscape, ensuring the security of privileged accounts is crucial for organizations of all sizes. Privileged accounts, such as administrator or root accounts, hold extensive access rights and control over critical systems and sensitive data. Therefore, it becomes imperative to implement a robust Privileged Access Management solution that helps mitigate the risks associated with unauthorized access and potential security breaches.

miniOrange PAM offers a comprehensive set of features and capabilities to secure and manage privileged accounts effectively. By centralizing authentication and access control, miniOrange PAM enables organizations to enforce strict security policies, reduce the attack surface, and monitor privileged activities, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

In this guide, we will take you through the step-by-step process of setting up miniOrange PAM, including the installation and configuration of its core components, integration with existing systems, and best practices for optimizing the solution's performance and security. Whether you are an IT administrator, a security professional, or an organization looking to bolster its privileged account security, this guide will provide you with the necessary knowledge and instructions to get started with miniOrange PAM.

System Requirements

miniOrange On-Premise server has the following system requirements. This section lists recommended versions and requirements.

Operating System	Any operating system that runs on Ubuntu 22.04 or above
CPU Core	4 Core
RAM	8GB and above
Storage	80GB or above
Server Access Policies	Port 80 - HTTP Port 443 - HTTPS Port RDP (Windows Server) - For Login Port SSH (Linux Server) - For login

Install On-Premise Server

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Step-by-Step Guide: Installing and Configuring PAM on Ubuntu

1. Retrieve Pre-Installation Setup

• Go to home directory of user and make sure you are not logged in as root user.
  cd ~
• Update package manager and install unzip:
  sudo apt update
• Install unzip To extract the installation package:
  sudo apt install unzip
• Move the downloaded .zip file to your home directory (if not already there).
• Unzip the installation package:
  sudo unzip <zip_file_name>
• Navigate into the extracted folder:
  cd <unzipped_folder_name>
• Update permissions to allow execution of the build script:
  sudo chmod -R 777 pam_build.sh

2. Running the Installation Script

• Start the installation by executing the build script:
  ./pam_build.sh
• When prompted, enter:
  • Your server IP address.
  • domain name (Optional).
• Enter the database password when prompted. (Note: Do not include an apostrophe (') in the password.)
• Enter the cache server password when requested. (Note: Do not start the password with a hash (#).)

3. Post-Installation Setup

• Once installation completes, you'll see a success message confirming all 12 steps are done.
• Open your browser and go to the PAM URL using the IP address or domain you configured.
• Complete the sign-up process to register your admin account.



• Log in to the dashboard using your newly created credentials.