What is the purpose of linked accounts in CyberArk?

The purpose of linked accounts in CyberArk is to facilitate the use of multiple accounts within password management, which can streamline and enhance administrative tasks. This feature is particularly useful in scenarios where a privileged user needs to manage access to both a local account and a domain account simultaneously. By linking these accounts, an administrator can efficiently manage passwords and access policies without having to handle them separately, reducing the risk of errors and ensuring that password management is coherent across different environments.

Linked accounts are designed to help maintain security and compliance while simplifying the workflow for users who need to manage multiple credentials. This capability supports the overall goals of CyberArk by ensuring that privileged access remains secure, while also providing flexibility in how those accounts are managed.

The other choices do not align with the core functionality of linked accounts in CyberArk, which is focused on the management and operational efficiency surrounding the use of multiple related accounts rather than just security control or password duplication.