Summary:
Threat actors continue to target vulnerabilities
The importance of vulnerability management goes beyond compliance
A risk-based solution featuring automation and contextual remediation guidance delivers the most value
Ask anybody who works in cybersecurity, and they will tell you that there is no shortage of items to occupy their attention. The latest threats, the volume of alerts, the scarcity of security resources, the buzz around XDR and MDR… you get the idea.
But there is one element of securing your environment that should not be overlooked: the importance of a strong security vulnerability management system (VMS).
A Well-Traveled Path to Exploitation
Threat actors continue evolving in the ways they attack your data and devices, but one tried and true method remains popular: exploiting vulnerabilities. Identifying these weak spots in your environment, evaluating the level of risk present, and how to protect against exploit remains a critical aspect of any organization’s security posture.
Vulnerability management is a fundamental part of good security hygiene. The latest shiny technology or popular solution means little if threat actors already have discovered a vulnerability in your ecosystem – a discovery serving as a point-of-entry that can go undetected for a significant period of time.
More Important Than Checking the Box
Exploiting vulnerabilities remains a popular path for threat actors. The U.S. CERT Vulnerability Database recorded 17,447 vulnerabilities in 2020, a record number of vulnerabilities for the fourth consecutive year.1 This underscores the importance of having a strong vulnerability management strategy. Combined with other security solutions such as XDR, managed detection and response, or security monitoring, vulnerability management is important and should be considered a pillar of your security foundation.
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