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An offensive security program is an excellent component of a mature cybersecurity program, but kicking off that process can be overwhelming for some organizations. After all, offensive security has several components, such as Penetration Testing, Red Team exercises, incorporating threat intelligence, etc., so it can be hard to decide where to start. The answer to this dilemma starts with Managed Vulnerability Scanning (MVS).

Since the rise of the Internet, organizations and individuals have increasingly sought ways to keep their information secure and private. IT has witnessed a changing cyber threat landscape, and businesses have relied more and more on the Internet and data to function. However, the attack landscape widened in the 2010s. With widespread computer worms like Stuxnet in 2010, cybercriminals have gained critical access to organizations through operational technology.

At Corelight, we’re thrilled when a respected cybersecurity leader like Mandiant introduces a new offering based on our solution. This week, Mandiant Managed Defense unveiled support for Corelight Open NDR, a move that strengthens our existing relationship and integration across the Google Cloud Security portfolio.

Businesses increasingly use cloud services like Google Workspace, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Hubspot, and Dropbox to improve work productivity and drive innovation. However, this accelerated shift to cloud platforms has exposed businesses to new security challenges, such as unauthorized data breaches and compliance violations. A Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) is a powerful tool against these issues, delivering unmatched visibility and control over data to protect enterprises against these threats.

The healthcare sector in the United States has seen a continuous increase in both the frequency and cost of data breaches in the past decade. This is shown by a 61% rise in HIPAA violations from 2019 to 2020, resulting in penalties totaling $13 million for the sector. From 2020 to 2023, the average cost of a single healthcare data breach in the US rose nearly 30%, reaching a whopping $9.3 million.