What aspect of CyberArk does the Directory Map influence?

The Directory Map plays a pivotal role in the management of user and group creation within the CyberArk Vault. By establishing a connection to the authentication directories, such as Active Directory or LDAP, the Directory Map allows for the integration and synchronization of user identities and groups. This integration enables administrators to facilitate user management processes, including the creation of user accounts and the assignment of appropriate group memberships, directly within the Vault.

When the Directory Map is configured, it automates the population of users and groups in CyberArk based on the existing directory structure. This not only improves efficiency but also enhances security by ensuring that users are assigned the correct privileges based on their roles as defined in the external directory. Consequently, this mapping ensures that any new users or groups created in the directory are accurately reflected in the CyberArk environment, allowing for streamlined management and adherence to security protocols.

Other aspects, such as vault performance metrics, user access to shared accounts, or server uptime monitoring, do not directly relate to how the Directory Map influences the creation and management of users and groups in the Vault.