Have You Turned Off Your Virtual Oven?
What’s new: The article emphasizes the importance of External Attack Surface Management (EASM) and Digital Risk Protection (DRP) tools for securing an organization’s digital infrastructure. It highlights the risks associated with forgotten or misconfigured assets, such as cloud instances and development servers, which can expose sensitive data. EASM solutions automate the discovery of these assets, while DRP monitors external threats, providing alerts for potential risks.
Who’s affected
Organizations with external-facing IT infrastructure, including those using cloud services and development environments, are at risk if they do not implement proper asset management and threat monitoring practices.
What to do
- Implement EASM tools to continuously map and discover all internet-facing assets.
- Utilize DRP platforms to monitor external threats and receive alerts on potential risks.
- Establish regular scanning routines to identify orphaned services and misconfigurations.
- Integrate findings into existing cybersecurity workflows to ensure proactive risk management.
