Shield

Shield

Computer and Network Security

Indianapolis, IN 518 followers

Proactive cybersecurity based on logic, not magic.

About us

Shield Cyber is a continuous exposure management platform. Built by penetration testers, Shield is designed to detect and prioritize exposures from the perspective of an attacker – not some theoretical risk score. Head to shieldcyber.io to see what we mean.

Industry
Computer and Network Security
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Indianapolis, IN
Type
Privately Held

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    It’s time to think about vulnerability management a little bit differently. Attackers aren’t only focused on exploiting CVEs…

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    CEO @ Shield Cyber + Hoplite Consulting | Understanding technical risk based on logic, not magic

    Traditional vulnerability management focuses on initial access points, but what happens next in the attack lifecycle? We've all heard the phrase, "𝑂𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑔𝑒𝑡𝑠 𝑜𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑛𝑒𝑡𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘, 𝑖𝑡'𝑠 𝑔𝑎𝑚𝑒 𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟." But what if I told you it doesn’t have to be? No matter how an malicious actor gets in—whether through phishing, exploiting a vulnerability, or another method—the real question is: What do they do next? Malicious actors don’t continue exploiting vulnerabilities as they move through an environment. It’s too noisy and takes too long. Even a poorly configured EDR could catch them. Instead, attackers often "drop" to the identity layer and move quietly. This hidden identity layer, typically Active Directory or EntraID (AzureAD), becomes the highway for lateral movement. It’s how ransomware and other threats propagate across networks. But this can be avoided. A properly configured identity layer can stop an attacker in their tracks, shutting them down before they can move laterally. Now, imagine a solution that tracks vulnerabilities and misconfigurations across the entire attack lifecycle, pinpointing exactly how an attacker could move through your environment without creating extra noise. #exposuremanagement #identitysecurity #vulnerabilitymanagement

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    Head of Channel & Alliances at Shield Cyber | Cybersecurity Partner | Cybersecurity Ecosystem

    Yes, even we at Shield have role models and Huntress is number one on that list for me. Being a great cybersecurity product is one thing, but creating a partner-first attitude and approach is something we've been doing from day one. To the Redditor that gave us this shoutout and very kind words, we appreciate you more than you know!

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    CEO @ Shield Cyber + Hoplite Consulting | Understanding technical risk based on logic, not magic

    I frequently get asked "What is Shield Cyber? Why do you call call it an exposure management platform? Why don't you call it vulnerability management? What's the difference? What is exposure management? How are you going to take on the vulnerability management tools out there?" To sum them up, the answer is simple. Attackers don't just deal in vulnerabilities (or what people traditionally consider a CVE). Ask any qualified penetration tester, they will tell you, sometimes a CVE isn't even involved in their attack path. Their attack path consists of different kinds of EXPOSURES. Exposures are a culmination of vulnerabilities (CVEs), host based misconfigurations, code misconfigurations, identity misconfigurations, outdated systems, etc. Not just CVEs. So, if you're just doing traditional vulnerability management, you're missing out on some of the primary exposures an attacker can exploit. Traditional vulnerability scanning/management has been around for over 2 decades...have we asked ourselves why malicious actors are still accomplishing the same level of access they were 20 years ago? If we keep viewing our attack surface the same way, this issue will continue. Stop trying to get a faster horse and build that car. This post is getting lengthy but next time we'll get into prioritization of these exposures! #ShieldCyber #ExposureManagement #VulnerabilityManagement #CTEM #PenetrationTesting

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    Shield 🤝 Quadrant Information Security    We're thrilled to partner with Quadrant on building their #CTEM program.    By offering a true CTEM program with Shield Cyber, Quadrant Information Security is differentiating themselves in a crowded #MDR market. Their ability to deliver measurable risk reduction, enhance threat hunting capabilities, and bring new efficiencies to #SOC operations will not only help keep their current customers secure but also attract attention from new security conscious organizations.

    Enterprises today need a proactive, continuous approach to help them stay ahead of potential threats. We're excited to announce our latest service: Quadrant Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). CTEM meets the challenge of securing the vast and varied environments of on-premise, home, cloud, and SaaS applications by offering proactive risk identification, automated scanning and auditing, trend analysis and remediation guidance, regular penetration testing, and more. Learn more about CTEM, and a must-attend webinar on addressing Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs): https://lnkd.in/eN4JkYXC #CyberSecurity #XDR #ManagedResponse

    Quadrant Security - CTEM

    Quadrant Security - CTEM

    quadrantsec.com

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    It was great meeting with partners and the channel at the Channel Futures #MSPSummit down in Atlanta last week to talk Continuous Exposure Management. Great to hear the channel feels that one-time vulnerability scans are no longer sufficient for clients. Thanks for meeting with Dylan Hutchison and Luke Hacherl - exciting to see the continued growth of cybersecurity in the MSP/MSSP space. #vulnerabilitymanagement #CTEM #cybersecurity #channel

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    "Exposure extends beyond vulnerabilities. Even taking a risk-based vulnerability management (RBVM) approach might not be sufficient." -Gartner, Implement a Continuous Threat Exposure Management Program

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    "The main reason we originally decided to go with Shield was the team behind the product and the fact it was built to automatically uncover the things we look for as penetration testers. There was no marketing fluff. It worked exactly as advertised, and that really resonated..." As penetration testers, Webcheck Security immediately understood the importance of identities in an environment and how attackers use them to move laterally and escalate privileges. Yet nearly all vulnerability management solutions in the market focus exclusively on surfacing CVEs, making them more of an IT tool than a proper security solution. The few solutions that meet the criteria of security-first are designed for the enterprise and are "7-20x the cost of Shield," making them prohibitively expensive for all but the largest organizations. Shield was built by career penetration testers and designed to meet the needs of security service providers. Deeply technical practitioners designed the solution to give organizations the visibility of "a pen tester discovering and prioritizing exposures in their environment at all times." This allows organizations to focus on the risks that truly matter and maximize their risk reduction efforts at a price point and level of automation that enables security service providers to scale. This enables security-first and customer-centric security providers, like Webcheck Security, to offer their customers ongoing exposure management resulting in continuous and efficient improvements to their security posture. Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/gNyJNVAd

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    How can managed service providers best manage a pen test project? This is a great article combining the expertise of Moovila, a project management platform for MSPs, and our founder, Teddy Guzek.

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    Delve into our latest blog, where we pick the brain of Teddy G., the visionary behind Shield Cyber and Hoplite Consulting to uncover the nuances of managing pen test projects, from preparation to precision execution. 🛡️ Discover why pen tests aren't just about finding gaps but questioning processes, why proper preparation is crucial, and how setting clear expectations and understanding the scope is essential. And, learn the significance of transparency and precise planning in managing these unique projects. Dive in now 👉 https://hubs.la/Q02s6WPK0 #CyberSecurity #PenTestManagement #ProjectManagement #MSPs #MSSPs

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