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Automation in information security uses software to perform tasks like scanning for vulnerabilities, detecting threats, and enforcing policies without constant human intervention. It enables faster, consistent actions such as blocking malicious IPs or deploying patches based on predefined rules or machine learning models. This reduces manual effort and helps maintain security hygiene at scale.
However, automation can introduce risks if workflows are misconfigured or manipulated. Attackers may exploit automated responses to trigger false positives or disable protections, while errors in automation can propagate rapidly across systems. Security teams must carefully validate and monitor automated processes, balancing efficiency with oversight to prevent unintended consequences and maintain control over security operations.
Mend's Arabella Hallawell joins Dark Reading's Terry Sweeney at Dark Reading News Desk at RSA Conference to talk about the benefits of automated remediation.
Lacework's Mark Nunnikhoven joins Dark Reading's Terry Sweeney at Dark Reading News Desk during RSA Conference to talk about AI and cloud security.
Automox's Paul Zimski joins Dark Reading's Terry Sweeney at Dark Reading News Desk during RSA Conference to talk about automated patch management.
The innovative ransomware targets NAS devices, has a multitiered payment and extortion scheme as well as a flexible configuration, and takes a heavily automated approach.
Acquisition will leverage Forescout’s automated cybersecurity with Cysiv's cloud-native platform to deliver data-powered analytics for 24/7 threat detection and response.
FortiRecon combines machine learning, automation, and human intelligence to continually monitor an organization’s external attack surface.
The tool underpins cybersecurity capabilities including SIEM, SOAR, compliance automation, and vulnerability management.