KeeperDB offers zero-trust database access for managing privileged access.

      Database credentials continue to be one of the most frequent attack vectors in enterprise breaches; however, many organizations still manage them using shared spreadsheets, hardcoded connection strings, or isolated credential vaults without session supervision. Keeper Security, a cybersecurity firm based in Chicago and well-known for its password management solution, is working to address this issue with KeeperDB, a new feature that integrates database access controls directly into its privileged access management (PAM) platform.

      The product was unveiled at the RSA Conference 2026 in San Francisco, where Keeper also received 18 industry awards across various categories, including password management, privileged access management, and zero-trust security.

      What KeeperDB does

      KeeperDB introduces a vault-native database access interface to KeeperPAM, Keeper's integrated privileged access management platform. This allows developers, database administrators, and security teams to connect to MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server databases directly from the Keeper Vault, avoiding the exposure of credentials in plaintext and the need for different database management tools.

      Each database session operates under centralized policies, with complete session recordings for audit and compliance. The concept is simple: if organizations already keep their passwords, secrets, and privileged credentials in Keeper, database access should be managed there as well, rather than depending on an additional tool with its own credential storage.

      “KeeperDB signifies a logical advancement of our zero-trust architecture,” stated Darren Guccione, CEO and co-founder of Keeper Security. “By incorporating database access directly into the vault, we reduce the credential sprawl that poses risks in many enterprise settings.”

      The credential sprawl issue

      The problem KeeperDB aims to resolve is well-recognized. Database credentials in various organizations are often dispersed across configuration files, environment variables, CI/CD pipelines, and individual developer systems. When an employee departs or a credential is compromised, tracking down each occurrence of that credential becomes a daunting task.

      Traditional database access tools add to the complication. Each tool keeps its own connection profiles and stored credentials, resulting in multiple copies of sensitive information that exist outside a centralized governance structure. For organizations required to comply with standards like SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, or similar regulations, this fragmentation significantly complicates audit preparation.

      KeeperDB consolidates database access under the same zero-knowledge encryption and policy framework that manages passwords, SSH keys, API tokens, and remote desktop sessions in KeeperPAM. Credentials are never visible to users in plaintext, access is determined by role-based policies, and every query session is logged.

      Proxy mode for current workflows

      Acknowledging that many teams operate with established workflows using existing database clients, Keeper is also introducing KeeperDB Proxy. This feature enables developers to continue using their preferred tools (such as pgAdmin, MySQL Workbench, DBeaver, and others) while routing connections through Keeper's infrastructure. The proxy enforces centralized policies, protects credentials, and maintains session visibility without necessitating a change in existing tools.

      This approach is a practical compromise. Expecting database administrators to transition away from familiar tools is likely to create friction and hinder adoption. By providing both a native vault interface and a proxy mode, Keeper is banking on organizations choosing whichever option causes the least disruption.

      A wider PAM strategy

      KeeperDB is the newest component of a platform that has significantly evolved from its password management roots. KeeperPAM now encompasses password and passkey management, secrets management for DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, privileged session management with recording, remote browser isolation, and secure remote desktop and SSH access via Keeper Connection Manager, in addition to database access.

      The company’s strategy involves consolidating multiple point solutions into a single platform that features one credential store and a unified policy engine. For managed service providers (MSPs), Keeper announced a redesigned 2026 partner program in February, featuring tiered discounts and expanded enablement resources, indicating that the mid-market and channel are key growth areas alongside direct enterprise sales.

      The F1 connection

      Keeper's participation at RSAC aligned with its broader visibility initiative. Now in its third season as the official cybersecurity partner of the Atlassian Williams F1 Team, Keeper launched a global advertising campaign in March 2026 starring driver Alex Albon. The campaign, filmed during pre-season testing in Bahrain, parallels the real-time data protection necessary in Formula 1 with the identity-first security model Keeper advocates for enterprise environments.

      Williams employs KeeperPAM to safeguard passwords, infrastructure secrets, and privileged accounts at both its Grove headquarters and trackside, where race strategy, telemetry, and engineering systems rely on tightly controlled access to sensitive data.

      What this indicates

      The trend reflected by KeeperDB is the ongoing consolidation of identity and access management tools. Organizations that previously managed separate solutions for password management, secrets management, privileged access, remote connectivity, and database access are increasingly seeking unified platforms that simplify complexity and reduce the number of credential stores needing protection.

      Keeper is not the only vendor pursuing this strategy; CyberArk, BeyondTrust, and Delinea have all