Securden Earns Gartner Nod for Endpoint Privilege Security Solution

WILMINGTON, Del. – January 12, 2026 – In a significant validation for its security platform, Securden, Inc. has been recognized in a recent Gartner report for its capabilities in managing one of cybersecurity's most persistent challenges: administrative privileges on endpoint devices. The October 2025 report, "How to Manage Admin Privileges on Endpoints," identifies Securden as a key vendor offering Privilege Elevation and Delegation Management (PEDM), a strategy Gartner champions for securing the modern, distributed workforce.

This recognition highlights a critical shift in how organizations must approach security, moving away from outdated, all-or-nothing access models. As businesses contend with expanding remote workforces and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, the long-standing practice of granting standing local administrator rights has become an untenable risk. Gartner's analysis and Securden's inclusion underscore the growing industry consensus that granular, just-in-time access is no longer a luxury, but a foundational element of a robust security posture.

The Endpoint Security-Productivity Paradox

For years, IT and security departments have been caught in a difficult balancing act. On one hand, the principle of least privilege—granting users only the access absolutely necessary to perform their duties—is a cornerstone of effective cybersecurity. Unrestricted local admin rights are a primary target for attackers, who can leverage these permissions to move laterally across a network, deploy ransomware, and exfiltrate sensitive data. Industry data from 2025 has consistently shown that compromised privileges are a key factor in the majority of significant data breaches.

On the other hand, stripping away all administrative rights can severely hamper employee productivity. Users may be unable to install necessary software, update drivers, or run specific applications required for their jobs, leading to a flood of helpdesk tickets, frustrated employees, and operational bottlenecks. This conflict creates the "security-productivity paradox," where enhancing one often comes at the expense of the other.

The Gartner report directly confronts this issue, recommending "privilege elevation and delegation management (PEDM) tools to remove persistent local admin rights on endpoints and seamlessly elevate specific processes, applications and commands." This approach allows organizations to maintain a default state of zero standing privileges while enabling users to perform necessary tasks without friction. Instead of granting a user full admin control, a PEDM solution can temporarily elevate permissions for a single, pre-approved application, for a limited time, creating a "just enough access" environment that enhances security without disrupting workflow.

Securden's Approach to Just-in-Time Security

Securden's recognition is rooted in how its Unified Privileged Access Management (PAM) platform embodies the PEDM framework. The company’s Endpoint Privilege Manager is designed specifically to dismantle the security-productivity paradox by providing granular, policy-driven controls. Rather than relying on static permissions, the platform enables organizations to eliminate standing admin rights across Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoints and replace them with dynamic, on-demand elevation.

"We believe our inclusion in this Gartner analysis is a strong signal that Securden Unified PAM platform is addressing one of the most pressing security gaps—endpoint privileges," said Bala Venkatramani, co-founder and CEO of Securden, Inc. He further believes that "The report clearly frames the operational dilemma between security and productivity. Our solution is built to resolve that exact tension, delivering the granular, just-in-time controls needed to lock down endpoints without locking out users."

The platform's capabilities align directly with Gartner's guidance. It allows administrators to create fine-grained policies that automatically elevate specific applications for designated users or groups. For tasks outside of pre-approved policies, users can request temporary access through a self-service portal, which can be integrated with ITSM systems like ServiceNow or Jira for a streamlined approval workflow. This "just-in-time" model ensures that elevated privileges are granted only when needed and are automatically revoked after use, drastically reducing the attack surface. Furthermore, the solution provides continuous monitoring and comprehensive audit trails, giving security teams full visibility into privileged activity and helping organizations meet strict compliance mandates like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX.

Navigating a Crowded and Critical Market

The market for endpoint security solutions is both growing and fiercely competitive. The PEDM segment alone was valued at $2.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to surge to $7.6 billion by 2033, driven by the unstoppable trends of digital transformation and hybrid work. In this landscape, Securden competes with established cybersecurity giants like CyberArk, Delinea, and BeyondTrust.

Recognition from an influential analyst firm like Gartner provides crucial validation, helping emerging vendors stand out. For Securden, it highlights its strategic focus on unifying PAM capabilities—from password vaulting and session management to endpoint privilege control—into a single, cohesive platform. While larger competitors offer powerful suites, Securden aims to differentiate itself with what customer reviews often describe as "lightning-fast implementation" and an "intuitively simple" user interface.

This focus on usability and rapid deployment is critical for organizations, particularly small to mid-sized enterprises, that may lack the extensive IT resources required to manage more complex legacy systems. By offering flexible deployment options (both on-premises and SaaS) and competitive pricing, Securden is positioning itself as an accessible yet enterprise-grade solution. The Gartner nod serves as a powerful signal to potential customers that its modern approach to PAM is aligned with industry best practices for mitigating today's most pressing threats.

Real-World Impact in the Era of Zero Trust

The theoretical benefits of PEDM translate into tangible operational and security gains. The shift to remote work has dissolved the traditional network perimeter, making every endpoint—from a corporate laptop at a home office to a server in a cloud environment—a potential entry point for attackers. In this new reality, the principles of Zero Trust, which mandate verification for every access request, have become paramount. PEDM is a core technology for implementing a Zero Trust architecture at the endpoint.

Organizations using solutions like Securden's report significant improvements in their security posture. By removing local admin rights, they close a major vector for malware and ransomware attacks. At the same time, the ability to whitelist trusted applications and provide self-service elevation for others reduces the burden on IT helpdesks, freeing up valuable resources. According to user feedback on peer review platforms, the implementation of such tools has led to a marked decrease in security incidents while maintaining or even improving user productivity.

Case studies from diverse industries, including a leading Swiss bank achieving regulatory compliance and a major Australian university enforcing granular application control, demonstrate the platform's versatility. By integrating with the broader enterprise technology stack, including SIEM tools for threat detection and ITSM platforms for operational workflow, Securden’s solution helps create a more unified and responsive security ecosystem. This holistic approach is essential as organizations move beyond siloed security tools toward a more integrated defense strategy capable of protecting a complex and ever-changing digital environment.