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Minimize Exposure: Shrink Your Attack Surface with CSURFACE

In today’s rapidly evolving threat landscape, securing your organization’s digital assets has never been more critical. As businesses expand and evolve, so does their attack surface. Unmanaged, legacy, and shadow IT devices that are exposed to the internet can significantly increase the risk of security breaches. This is where an External Attack Surface Management (EASM) platform like CSURFACE becomes invaluable.

Understanding Your Attack Surface

Your attack surface comprises all the digital and physical assets that are accessible and potentially exploitable by cyber adversaries. These include websites, applications, servers, cloud services, and more. Unmanaged, legacy, and shadow IT devices often go unnoticed, providing hidden entry points for attackers.

Unmanaged Devices

These are devices that are not centrally controlled or monitored by your IT department. They often lack regular updates and security patches, making them vulnerable to attacks.

Legacy Devices

Older devices that may no longer receive manufacturer updates or support. They often use outdated technologies that are more susceptible to exploitation.

Shadow IT Devices

Hardware and software used within an organization without the knowledge and approval of the IT department. These devices can bypass standard security measures, creating potential security blind spots.

The Role of CSURFACE

  • Automated Discovery

    The platform automatically discovers all internet-facing assets, including those that are unmanaged, legacy, or part of shadow IT. This comprehensive visibility is the first step in understanding your true attack surface.

  • Asset Inventory

    Once discovered, these assets are cataloged in a centralized inventory, providing a single pane of glass view of all potential entry points into your network.

  • Risk Assessment

    Each asset is assessed for vulnerabilities, configuration issues, and compliance with security policies. The platform prioritizes these risks based on factors like exploitability, potential impact, and asset criticality.

  • Continuous Monitoring

    CSURFACE continuously scans for changes in the attack surface, ensuring that newly exposed or added assets are promptly identified and assessed.

Strategies for Mitigating Risks

  • Decommission Unmanaged and Legacy Devices

    Once identified, organizations can create strategies to decommission unmanaged and legacy devices. This involves phasing out obsolete technologies and replacing them with secure, modern alternatives.

  • Integrate Shadow IT

    By bringing shadow IT devices under central management, companies can enforce security policies and ensure these assets are regularly updated and monitored.

  • Patch Management

    Ensure all devices, especially those previously unmanaged, receive regular security patches and updates to protect against known vulnerabilities.

  • Network Segmentation

    Isolate high-risk devices on separate network segments to minimize potential damage in the event of a breach.

  • Employee Training

    Educate employees about the risks associated with unmanaged and shadow IT devices, promoting a culture of security awareness and best practices.

The Importance of Tackling Unmanaged and Legacy Devices

Ignoring unmanaged and legacy devices can have dire consequences. These devices can act as weak links in your security chain, providing attackers with easy access to your network. Once inside, attackers can move laterally, escalating privileges and compromising more critical systems.

In the modern age of cybersecurity threats, it is crucial to address these vulnerabilities proactively. An EASM platform not only helps you uncover these hidden risks but also provides the tools and insights needed to mitigate them effectively.

By shrinking your attack surface, you reduce the number of potential entry points for attackers, enhancing your overall security posture. With CSURFACE, you can stay one step ahead of cyber threats, ensuring your organization’s digital assets remain secure.

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