Automated Password Rotation

Simplify rotation of passwords, SSH keys and secrets with KeeperPAM®

Eliminate manual password updates and enforce zero trust with real-time, policy-driven rotation.

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Rotation capabilities that support zero trust and compliance

Comprehensive credential coverage

Comprehensive credential coverage

Automate password rotation for user accounts, service accounts, machines and infrastructure across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Flexible scheduling and triggers

Flexible scheduling and triggers

Run rotations on fixed intervals, cron expressions or trigger them on demand or based on policy events like access revocation.

Service account management

Service account management

Automatically update Windows services, scheduled tasks and other systems that rely on rotated credentials, with no manual reconfiguration required.

Post-rotation actions

Post-rotation actions

Execute custom scripts or predefined actions immediately after rotation, enabling integration with downstream systems or cleanup workflows.

Access-based rotation

Access-based rotation

Enforce Just-in-Time (JIT) access by rotating credentials as soon as access expires or is revoked, eliminating standing privileges.

Auditing and compliance visibility

Auditing and compliance visibility

All rotation events are logged and can be streamed to SIEM tools using Keeper's Advanced Reporting and Alerts Module (ARAM) for full visibility.

How password rotation works in KeeperPAM®

Choose the credential to rotate

Choose the credential to rotate

Create a PAM User record in the Keeper Vault. This record stores the credential that will be automatically rotated.

Select the target system and schedule

Select the target system and schedule

Link the PAM User to a PAM Resource. Then, configure how often rotation should occur using a time-based interval or cron expression.

KeeperPAM performs the rotation

KeeperPAM performs the rotation

At the scheduled time, the Keeper Gateway uses the assigned admin credential to authenticate and rotate the password using native protocols or cloud APIs.

Everything is recorded

Everything is recorded

The new credential is securely saved in the encrypted Keeper Vault. The full event is logged for auditing, compliance and SIEM integration.

Why use KeeperPAM for password rotation?

Eliminates standing credentials

Static credentials pose a major security risk. KeeperPAM removes this threat by rotating passwords on a schedule or immediately after access ends.

Screenshot of password rotation set for the first of the month at 12 AM CT with 20-character complex passwords.
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Simplifies compliance

Every rotation event is logged and auditable. KeeperPAM supports requirements across NIST, CMMC, ISO 27001, HIPAA, SOC 2 and more.

Saves time for IT and DevOps

Manual password updates for service accounts, machines and applications are time-consuming and error-prone. KeeperPAM automates the entire process, freeing up your teams to focus on strategic initiatives.

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Supports hybrid and cloud environments

Whether credentials live in Active Directory, databases, Linux servers, SaaS apps or cloud IAM, KeeperPAM automates rotation across your entire infrastructure — on-prem, hybrid or cloud-native.

Delivers centralized visibility and control

With full audit trails, Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) and real-time alerts, KeeperPAM gives security teams the oversight they need without slowing down operations.

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Frequently asked questions

What is password rotation?

Password rotation is the process of automatically or manually changing passwords for privileged accounts at regular intervals or after specific events. This helps ensure credentials are not used for long periods and reduces the risk of unauthorized access.

Why is password rotation important?

Password rotation is important because it minimizes credential exposure in the event of a leak or compromise. It also supports compliance with security standards (e.g., NIST, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001), helps prevent insider threats and unauthorized long-term access and maintains operational security for high-risk systems.

What systems does Keeper integrate with for rotation?

KeeperPAM supports password rotation for a wide range of systems, including:

  • Windows (local and Active Directory accounts)
  • Linux/Unix (SSH-based accounts)
  • Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, etc.)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Network devices (via SSH or custom scripts)
  • SaaS and custom applications (via API or script-based rotation)

Do I need to write scripts for rotation?

Not always. KeeperPAM includes built-in rotation connectors for many common systems.
However, if you're rotating credentials for a custom system or something not natively supported, you can:

  • Use custom scripts (Bash, PowerShell, Python, etc.)
  • Assign those scripts to rotation jobs

Can I test password rotation before enforcing it?

Yes, KeeperPAM provides test rotation functionality to simulate the rotation process. This ensures scripts and connections are working properly before applying changes in production.

What happens if a password rotation fails?

If a rotation fails, KeeperPAM:

  • Logs the error in the event and audit logs
  • Sends alerts or notifications (if configured)
  • Retains the last known working password
  • Optionally retries rotation (depending on settings)

Admins should investigate logs and fix misconfigurations or permission issues.

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