Is the installation of PSM dependent on Remote Desktop Services?

The installation of the Privileged Session Manager (PSM) in CyberArk is indeed dependent on Remote Desktop Services (RDS). PSM is designed to establish and manage secure sessions for privileged accounts, providing a controlled environment for session management that integrates closely with RDS. This dependency enhances the security features that PSM offers by leveraging RDS functionality.

Using RDS allows PSM to securely manage user sessions by recording activities, controlling session permissions, and enabling secure access to target systems. This integration is fundamental for ensuring that privileged sessions can be monitored and controlled effectively, which is a key component of CyberArk's security framework.

Given the nature of the service dependent on RDS, it becomes clear why the other options do not align with the requirements for PSM installation. It is not dependent solely on certain environments or exclusively for cloud installations, as its operational foundation is closely tied to RDS across various implementations.