As the cybersecurity landscape evolves, organizations face increasing threats and challenges, particularly in the era of remote work and digital transformation. In response to these challenges, Continuous External Attack Surface Management (EASM) emerges as a critical strategy to bolster cybersecurity resilience. This blog explores the key capabilities of a comprehensive EASM solution and how it can automate traditionally manual processes, with insights from cybersecurity consultants.
Here is the verbatim discussion:
Basis there's also this there's a lot of new acronyms out there as well continuous automated red teaming cart continuous automated security testing cast right automated exploitation right Ed talked a little bit about breach uh attack simulation um key capabilities of a full endtoend easm solution what are your thoughts Picos on that and then I know that we had I think we have some folks on the phone as well that come from the Consulting world right that are Consulting they're doing cyber security Consulting talk a little bit about how you think that a comprehensive easm slash continuous testing you know package could assist in potentially helping to automate what has been uh let's say automate some of what has been a traditionally manual process Zoom these two have basically taken over the world in the last one one one and a half years because zero trust was a term which was Loosely used but all of a sudden it's become so critical because you no longer know who's trying to connect into the network you have to authorize each and authorize authenticate each and every person before they can get into your network you no longer can trust anyone obviously Zoom I would't go into it because we are on Google meet so I'm not going to go and talk about Zoom but I'm just kidding but Okay gole Google's always but this as you said The New Normal has been working remotely where people working from anywhere you no longer know where people are connecting from uh to use our current discussion the attack surface has just exp is as good as the coverage of its assets right if you don't have the coverage of assets then it can't do a good job right so that's one uh the second thing which it brings is the continuity I mean you can do reconnaissance as a Consulting exercise using team using open source tool but can you do that on an hourly basis can you do that on a daily basis it's not possible right so it complements those programs by giving you the ability to do it on a continuous basis and today if you look .
Highlights :
Key Capabilities of Continuous EASM:
- Continuous automated red teaming: Simulates real-world attack scenarios to assess security posture continuously and identify vulnerabilities proactively.
- Continuous automated security testing: Conducts ongoing assessments of external assets, including websites, applications, and cloud services, to detect vulnerabilities and misconfigurations.
- Automated exploitation: Automates the exploitation of identified vulnerabilities to validate their severity and prioritize remediation efforts effectively.
Benefits of Continuous EASM:
- Enhanced threat detection: By continuously monitoring the external attack surface, organizations can detect and respond to emerging threats in real-time, minimizing the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.
- Proactive risk management: Continuous EASM enables organizations to identify and mitigate security risks promptly, reducing the likelihood of exploitation and financial losses.
- Streamlined security operations: Automation of reconnaissance, asset discovery, and vulnerability management processes streamlines security operations, freeing up resources for strategic initiatives and threat hunting.
Role of Cybersecurity Consulting:
- Cybersecurity consultants play a crucial role in implementing and optimizing Continuous EASM solutions, leveraging their expertise to tailor solutions to the unique needs of each organization.
- Consultants help organizations navigate the complexities of EASM deployment, from initial assessment and tool selection to configuration, integration, and ongoing maintenance.
- By partnering with cybersecurity consultants, organizations can maximize the effectiveness of Continuous EASM initiatives, ensuring comprehensive coverage, accurate risk assessment, and proactive threat mitigation.
Continuous External Attack Surface Management represents a paradigm shift in cybersecurity, offering organizations the ability to proactively manage and mitigate security risks in an increasingly dynamic threat landscape. By harnessing the key capabilities of Continuous EASM and leveraging the expertise of cybersecurity consultants, organizations can enhance their cybersecurity resilience, safeguard their digital assets, and adapt to the evolving cybersecurity landscape with confidence. As organizations embrace digital transformation and remote work, Continuous EASM emerges as a cornerstone of effective cybersecurity strategy, empowering organizations to stay ahead of emerging threats and protect their critical assets effectively.
Speakers:
Bikash Barai is credited for several innovations in the domain of Network Security and Anti-Spam Technologies and has multiple patents in USPTO. Fortune recognized Bikash among India’s Top 40 Business Leaders under the age of 40 (Fortune 40-under-40).Bikash is also an active speaker and has spoken at various forums like TiE, RSA Conference USA, TEDx etc.Earlier he founded iViZ an IDG Ventures-backed company that was later acquired by Cigital and now Synopsys. iViZ was the first company in the world to take Ethical Hacking (or Penetration Testing) to
the cloud.
https://twitter.com/bikashbarai1
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bikashbarai/
Ed Adams, a seasoned software quality and security expert with over two decades of industry experience. As CEO of Security Innovation and a Ponemon Institute Research Fellow, Ed is renowned for his contributions to advancing cybersecurity practices. With a diverse background spanning from engineering for the US Army to senior management positions in leading tech companies, Ed brings a wealth of expertise to the table.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edadamsboston
Paul Dibello, based in Duxbury, MA, US, is currently a Senior Vice President Global Business Development at ShadowDragon, bringing experience from previous roles at FireCompass, R9B, Virtru Corporation and iSIGHT Partners - A FireEye Company. Paul DiBello holds a 1986 - 1990 Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Economics @ Princeton University. With a robust skill set that includes Software, Sales, Project Management, Development, Operations and more, Paul DiBello contributes valuable insights to the industry.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauldibello11
Tejas Shroff based in Boston, MA, US, is currently a Software Engineer at Tangle, bringing experience from previous roles at Aperion Studios, XPO Logistics, Inc., Oculus VR and Beach Day Studios. Tejas Shroff holds a 2019 - 2019 UX Design Immersive in Design & User Experience @ General Assembly. With a robust skill set that includes Leadership, Social Networking, Start Ups, Social Media, Teamwork and more, Tejas Shroff contributes valuable insights to the industry.
Comments