Business Context
In security and cybersecurity, the 'Business Context' concept is not just a buzzword. It's a strategic approach that emphasizes understanding how security measures and threats impact an organization's overall goals and operations. It's about viewing security through a business lens, considering factors like:
Impact on Business Value: Security decisions shouldn't exist in a vacuum. Business context helps prioritize security investments based on the value of the assets they protect.
Risk Management: Not all security threats are equal. Business context allows organizations to assess the potential damage of a cyberattack and allocate resources accordingly.
Balancing Protection and Opportunity: Strong security shouldn't hinder business operations. Business context helps find a balance between robust defenses and enabling necessary workflows.
Stakeholder Needs: In cybersecurity, stakeholders can include shareholders, customers, partners, and regulators. Security decisions can significantly impact these stakeholders. The business context ensures alignment with their needs, such as protecting customer data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and preserving shareholder value.
Here's an analogy: Imagine a house alarm system. Without business context, you might buy the most expensive system. With business context, you consider the value of the items in the house, the likelihood of a break-in, and your budget before making a purchase.
Business Context bridges the gap between technical security measures and their real-world impact on an organization.
ThreatNG is not just another tool in the cybersecurity arsenal. It's a game-changer that can significantly improve an organization's understanding of the business context in cybersecurity. By providing comprehensive insights into various external threats and their potential impact, ThreatNG reassures organizations about the effectiveness of their cybersecurity strategy. Here's how it can help with the specific areas you mentioned, how it works with complementary solutions, and some examples of them working together:
ThreatNG and Business Context:
Brand Damage Susceptibility: ThreatNG's DRP capabilities can monitor for mentions of the brand in negative contexts online, including social media, forums, and dark web marketplaces. It allows companies to identify potential brand reputation issues early on and take steps to mitigate them. (Example: Identifying fake social media accounts impersonating the company and attempting to damage its reputation)
BEC & Phishing Susceptibility: By monitoring exposed employee credentials and domain names, ThreatNG can identify potential weaknesses attackers could exploit for BEC and phishing campaigns. It allows organizations to prioritize employee training and implement stricter email security protocols. (Example: Identifying leaked employee email addresses on the dark web and alerting the security team to potential phishing attempts)
Data Leak Susceptibility: ThreatNG can monitor online sources for leaked data, including employee information, customer data, or intellectual property. Identifying exposed data allows companies to take steps to contain the breach and minimize reputational and financial damage. (Example: Detecting leaked customer data on a hacker forum and alerting the IT team to investigate the source of the breach)
Web Application Hijacking Susceptibility: ThreatNG's EASM capabilities can scan exposed web applications and subdomains for vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit for hijacking. It allows developers to patch these vulnerabilities and prevent attackers from taking control of the company's online presence. (Example: Identifying a vulnerability in a company's e-commerce website that could allow attackers to inject malicious code and steal customer credit card information)
Subdomain Takeover Susceptibility: ThreatNG can identify misconfigured or unused subdomains that attackers could take control of. It allows companies to reclaim ownership of these subdomains and prevent attackers from using them maliciously. (Example: Identifying an abandoned subdomain that attackers could use to launch phishing attacks)
Cyber Risk Exposure, ESG Exposure, Supply Chain & Third Party Exposure: ThreatNG can scan the external attack surface of third-party vendors and partners. By identifying vulnerabilities in their systems, companies can assess the overall cyber risk associated with their supply chain and take steps to mitigate it. ThreatNG can also provide ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ratings that consider cybersecurity practices. It allows companies to choose vendors with solid security postures, aligning with their ESG goals. (Example: Identifying a critical vulnerability in a major supplier's system that attackers could potentially exploit to gain access to the company's data)
Breach & Ransomware Susceptibility: ThreatNG can monitor hacker forums and dark web marketplaces for chatter about potential attacks targeting the company or its industry. This early warning allows companies to take proactive measures such as increasing employee security awareness or backing up critical data. (Example: Identifying discussions on a dark web forum about a planned ransomware attack targeting companies in the same sector as the user)
ThreatNG and Complementary Security Solutions:
ThreatNG works best when used alongside other security and risk management solutions. Here are some examples:
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM): ThreatNG can feed its findings into a SIEM, providing context for internal security events and enabling a more comprehensive view of the threat landscape.
Vulnerability Management Solutions: Identified vulnerabilities from ThreatNG can be fed into vulnerability management solutions to prioritize patching efforts and address the most critical risks first.
Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) Platform: This technology solution combines security orchestration, automation, and response capabilities in a single platform. ThreatNG can trigger automated responses based on its findings within a SOAR platform, such as isolating compromised systems or blocking malicious IP addresses. By working together, these solutions can provide a holistic view of security risks, both internal and external, allowing organizations to make informed decisions about resource allocation and risk mitigation strategies.
ThreatNG empowers security professionals and business decision-makers by providing crucial insights into the business context of cybersecurity. It allows organizations to prioritize security investments based on their business goals and vulnerabilities. By integrating ThreatNG with other security solutions, organizations can create a comprehensive and automated security posture that minimizes business risks, instilling confidence in their ability to understand and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
