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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.

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Bank Info Security 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Coyote Trojan Turns Accessibility Into Attack Surface

Brazil-Targeting Malware Exploits Windows UIA to Evade DetectionA banking Trojan long confined to Brazil has become the first known malware to exploit Microsoft's UI Automation framework to extract credentials, signaling a new tactic that may evade conventional detection. Akamai's findings point to a growing trend of attackers using legitimate system features.

More from Bank Info Security 30 Jul 2025, 9:00 a.m. Attack Surface Management Automation Banking Brazil Credentials Evasion Exploit Framework Malware Microsoft Trojan

Banks Must Secure APIs, Vet Partners and Prepare for Open Finance Threats in 2025Open finance is revolutionizing banking, but it's also expanding the attack surface. Discover the critical API, data privacy and third-party risks facing financial institutions in 2025 - and how to build a secure future.

More from Bank Info Security 29 Jul 2025, 10:30 p.m. API Artificial Intelligence Attack Surface Management Banking Finance Privacy