Cybersecurity professionals ask for less talk and more action in mitigating challenges.
Enterprises today are engulfed in a relentless and ever-intensifying storm of cyber threats. These threats, which extend far beyond disclosed software vulnerabilities and CVEs (Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures), are a formidable challenge. Misconfigurations from complex technologies create vulnerabilities, while compromised credentials and excessive user permissions facilitate lateral movement. The list of issues to be dealt with seems endless.
While effective in addressing CVEs, legacy vulnerability management tools fall short of providing comprehensive coverage. In 2023, a staggering 28902 vulnerabilities were identified, 3821 more than in 2022. This trend of increasing vulnerabilities is a recurring theme, with more CVEs identified in 2022 than in 2021, and so on. The number of issues requiring attention continues to mount, yet the capacity to effectively address them has not necessarily increased, highlighting the urgent need for a new, more comprehensive solution.
Moreover, CVEs only represent a fraction of the issues that can put assets at risk. Issues such as weak credentials, misconfigurations, and other weaknesses account for many of the issues that can put organizations at risk.
As security tools churn out their lists, attackers are methodically navigating the environment. They possess the patience, persistence, and intelligence to exploit vulnerabilities incrementally. Defenders, on the other hand, are often caught in a reactive cycle, dealing with the latest threats rather than proactively dismantling the pathways. This asymmetry is a formidable challenge for traditional approaches, necessitating a sustainable solution.
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