Offensive Security Necessitates a Data-driven Approach for CISOs

 

There remains a significant disparity in utilisation of resources between defensive and offensive cybersecurity technologies. When comparing the return on investment (ROI) for defensive and offensive investments, security experts discovered that offensive security routinely outperforms defensive security. For example, penetration testing not only identifies vulnerabilities, but it also addresses and seals potential access sites for hackers. 

This recognition should drive organisations and their security leaders to consider why there is so little investment in offensive security solutions. Many CISOs recognise a clear market gap in offensive security tactics, with acquired tooling fatigue unable to satisfy the changing needs of modern enterprises.

CISOs must now look into how a data-driven approach may generate a proven ROI for each offensive security expenditure they make. 


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