Attack Surface Management identifies exposed assets and weaknesses so defenders can reduce unknown entry points, prioritize fixes, and limit attacker access.
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Attack Surface Management continuously identifies and monitors all digital assets an organization exposes to potential attackers, including internet-facing systems, cloud resources, APIs, employee devices, and third-party connections. This process reveals where vulnerabilities or misconfigurations might exist, which attackers could exploit to gain unauthorized access or move laterally within networks.
Maintaining an accurate, up-to-date inventory of assets enables targeted vulnerability scanning and prioritizes remediation efforts. It also uncovers shadow IT and forgotten resources that often lack security controls. Automated discovery and monitoring tools help sustain visibility over evolving attack surfaces, reducing the risk of exploitation through unknown or unmanaged entry points. This practice is essential for minimizing exposure and supporting effective defensive operations.
Arabella Hallawell, CMO with Mend, joins Dark Reading's Terry Sweeney at Dark Reading News Desk during RSA Conference to discuss securing assets and attack surface management.
JupiterOne founder Erkang Zheng joins Dark Reading's Terry Sweeney at Dark Reading News Desk during RSA Conference to discuss securing assets and attack surface management.
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