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👈 #ShiftLeft with OSS security! Our new article breaks down how to implement #SBOM generation and vulnerability scanning throughout your development process. From providing CLI tools to developers, to integrating scans in your CI pipeline, and even monitoring production environments, we've got you covered. Find out how to create a holistic approach to OSS #VulnerabilityManagement and stay ahead of potential threats. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gB633uk9

ConnectWise this week unveiled Security360, an offering that acts as “a command center for all things security” by consolidating and standardizing security data from tools, which provides an overview of customers’ attack surfaces. https://bit.ly/3wQIFmQ

Secure by Design or Secure by Default...the principles represent two paradigms that work together to enhance security posture. #securebydesign #securebydefault

What if red teams could continuously exhaust the entire attack surface for low hanging fruit? That's always been the plan... But it hasn't scaled due to the size and changing nature of IT environments, not to mention the time it takes to make those fixes. This is what Continuous Security Validation solves. Not only finding the low hanging fruit across the entire attack surface, but showing post exploit so fixes are fewer, prioritized by business impact. https://lnkd.in/dX3izfzv

You can now prioritize and patch vulnerabilities before they become a threat—no more manual processes slowing you down. Adaptiva's integration with Tenable makes it possible to automate vulnerability management at scale. Ready to see how you can streamline your security operations? Dive in here. https://hubs.li/Q02XykLk0 #CyberDefense #EndpointSecurity #Automation

I consider canaries one of the single most valuable security investments you can make for cloud (helpful everywhere, but especially cloud).

I can highly recommend the 2024 State of Cloud-Native Security report from the good folks here at Palo Alto Networks. https://lnkd.in/ea7mebFg It is based on survey responses from over 2,800 professionals across ten countries, providing valuable insights into challenges and best practices. Key points include the growing adoption of cloud-native technologies, the increasing complexity of securing these environments, and (close to my heart) the significant role of automation in mitigating security risks. The report also highlights the importance of a holistic approach to cloud-native security, encompassing secure coding practices, vulnerability management, and runtime security.

Here are some simple ways to keep your containers safe: Secure Container Images Start with trusted base images to reduce vulnerabilities. Check images regularly for issues and make them smaller to stay safe. Reduce the Attack Surface Give containers only the permissions they really need. Treat containers as read-only when you can. Control how containers talk to each other with network rules. Implement Access Controls Use strong ways to control who can use your containers by setting clear rules. Keep sensitive info safe by using special tools and not putting them directly in your images. Secure Container Runtime Make sure each container stays isolated from others for safety. Watch out for any strange behavior in your containers. Keep your container's operating system safe with tight security measures. Secure Container Orchestration Safely handle secrets within systems like Kubernetes. Set up rules to control what each part of your system can do. Make sure data flows between different parts of your system in a safe way. Continuous Monitoring and Auditing Keep an eye on what's happening in your containers, hosts, and systems to catch any problems early. Regularly check for issues in your running containers, not just in the images. Run security checks often to make sure you're following the best practices and find ways to improve. Incident Response Plan Have a plan ready to deal with any security issues that come up. Practice dealing with problems regularly to be prepared. And remember, keeping your containers safe is an ongoing task. By following these steps and staying vigilant, you can lower the risk of attacks and protect your applications. #ContainerSecurity #BestPractices #StaySafe

Organizations manage hundreds of API endpoints. How can they secure them effectively? Tune in to Security Weekly Productions as Luke Babarinde shares the key steps to building a successful API security strategy. #TeamImperva

New innovations in container security with unified visibility, investigations, and response actions