In the digital landscape, organizations heavily rely on complex networks of identities, from human users to non-human accounts like service accounts and APIs. However, many organizations misconstrue their identity security posture, lacking adequate tools for continuous discovery and monitoring, thus facing more vulnerabilities than perceived. The discrepancy between perceived and actual identity security postures is striking, with statistics revealing a significant increase in discovered service accounts and dormant passwords left unchanged for years
The invisibility of machine identities due to the proliferation of cloud services and APIs poses a substantial security risk, with outdated credentials and expanded attack surfaces going unnoticed. Real-world consequences of poor visibility include regulatory interventions and reputational damage. To mitigate these risks, organizations need Identity Security Posture Management (ISPM) tools like Anetac for continuous discovery, real-time visibility, automated risk assessment, and compliance monitoring. Closing the perception-reality gap requires implementing continuous discovery tools, conducting comprehensive identity audits, establishing real-time monitoring, prioritizing automation, and educating teams on the importance of identity management. To enhance visibility and mitigate vulnerabilities, organizations can join the webinar on exposing identity vulnerabilities in real-time, where cybersecurity specialists will share strategies for improving identity security posture through enhanced visibility and continuous discovery, bridging the gap between perception and reality for a more secure digital future. https://www.cyberdefensemagazine.com/the-identity-security-mirage-unveiling-the-hidden-risks-in-your-digital-infrastructure/