Securing Your Network: Why CyberQP is the New Standard

In the world of cybersecurity, there is an old saying: “Security always comes at the cost of convenience.” While we all love things to be fast and easy, “easy” is exactly what hackers are looking for.

At CMA Technology, we are not just a convenience provider; we are a cybersecurity partner dedicated to your protection. That is why we utilize CyberQP, a powerful tool designed to shrink your attack surface and keep your data safe.

This is how CyberQP works and why it is a critical part of your security posture.

The Core Purpose: Reducing Risk

The primary goal of CyberQP is to eliminate the danger of permanent local administrator rights. By removing these rights and using CyberQP instead, we protect your business in two major ways:

• Preventing Malicious Execution: It prevents both accidental clicks by employees and intentional attacks by bad actors from running programs with full administrative power.
• Stopping “Lateral Movement”: If a bad actor manages to get onto one machine, CyberQP stops them from moving vertically or horizontally through your network. It blocks them from performing admin actions on other devices, effectively localizing the threat.

Transparency Through Compliance & Auditing

Security is only as good as its documentation. CyberQP provides a comprehensive audit trail for both CMA and our customers. This log tracks:

1. Who is requesting administrative elevation.
2. What they are doing with that access.
3. Who approved the request.

This level of transparency allows us to generate detailed reports whenever you need them for compliance or internal reviews.

 

Core Features of CyberQP

Just-In-Time (JIT) Admin Access

One of the biggest security holes in any network is a permanent admin account. CyberQP allows us to create temporarily active admin accounts only when they are needed. Once the task is done, the account is deactivated, leaving no “keys to the kingdom” lying around for hackers to find.

Flexible Administrative Elevation

We know that different roles have different needs. CyberQP offers two ways to handle elevation:

• Ad-Hoc Elevation: For those who only need admin rights once in a while. You simply request permission, we receive a push notification, and we can grant access instantly after a quick review.
• Auto-Elevation: For team members who need regular access to specific tools, we can create custom rules. These rules allow for instant elevation without needing to contact us, keeping your workflow smooth while maintaining strict security boundaries.

 

CyberQP is a massive part of our commitment to your security. While adjusting to a new workflow can feel like a hurdle at first, the “pros” of a reduced attack surface far outweigh the “cons” of a few extra clicks. We are proud to implement these high-level protections to ensure your business remains a difficult target for cybercriminals.

Questions? We’re Here to Help.

If you have questions about how CyberQP works or want to learn more about setting up Auto-Elevation rules for your team, please reach out to your CMA Support Technician today. We’re happy to help you find the perfect balance between high-level security and your daily workflow.