On November 10, 2026, in California, One Identity introduced Safeguard 9.0, a significant update focused on simplifying the complexities of privileged access management (PAM) within enterprises. This release aims to streamline the administrative and operational aspects of PAM, making it more manageable for IT administrators.
Simplifying Privileged Access Management
As the importance and complexity of privileged access management grow, One Identity’s Safeguard 9.0 seeks to enhance usability by making enterprise-grade PAM more accessible to both administrators and users. The latest iteration includes updates for Safeguard for Privileged Passwords 9.0 and Safeguard for Privileged Sessions 9.0, marking them as significant releases.
The new version includes hardware-agnostic deployments, integration with Windows 11 LTSC featuring embedded licensing for privileged passwords, and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS for privileged sessions. These upgrades aim to reduce installation disruptions and eliminate the need for separate license files for session management.
Innovative Features and Improvements
Safeguard 9.0 introduces several new features designed to minimize administrative burdens. These include asset-scoped just-in-time group elevation, which allows temporary group membership elevation without creating new accounts. Additionally, ESXi account discovery automates account tracking, while TLS 1.3 and customizable cipher selection facilitate easier management of security policies.
These enhancements strengthen Safeguard’s standing as a leading PAM solution. The improvements in operational simplicity and security features are intended to ease compliance demonstrations during audits, reinforcing its reliability.
Recognition and Industry Standing
One Identity’s Safeguard continues to receive positive feedback from external sources. PeerSpot ranks it among the top five PAM solutions with an 8.6/10 rating from user reviews, highlighting its effective password management and compliance benefits. Furthermore, One Identity was recognized as a Challenger in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for PAM, with a strong 4.7/5 rating from Gartner Peer Insights, where 94% of users recommend it.
The operational improvements in Safeguard 9.0 are significant for reducing infrastructure and licensing challenges, minimizing maintenance disruptions, and facilitating just-in-time privileged access.
About One Identity
One Identity is a global leader in identity security, offering comprehensive solutions to protect digital identities and streamline access. Trusted by over 11,000 organizations managing more than 500 million identities, One Identity provides identity governance, privileged access management, and access management with flexible deployment options.
With its reputation as a top cybersecurity company, One Identity is recognized for its advancements in agentic AI security and NHI management solutions. For more information, visit their website at www.oneidentity.com.
