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Shadow IT is also one reason why a strong, compliance-based approach to cybersecurity can help an enterprise. For example, if an enterprise adopts patching of its internal systems as a security KPI, it needs to understand that if you require 99% patching, an attacker will likely find servers that are not patched. And if the KPI is 100% patching, you absolutely must ensure that every server you have is patched. But if you have a server that is not a registered asset and therefore not tracked in your patch management processes, it could become an entry point without you even knowing it.

about advanced persistent threat (APT) attacks, with the word “APT” being particularly ominous. While an APT is indeed dangerous, the word “persistent” should be more concerning. An malta mobile database may have thousands of servers, all properly connected to technical controls, fully monitored and patched, and one undocumented server that is not monitored or patched. You should understand that a persistent hacker will likely take the time to find that weak link. Once they have penetrated your network, they will not stop until they have achieved their goal. If they are motivated enough, they will examine thousands of servers for vulnerabilities, review thousands of files, or attempt to access thousands of databases.

If you want to protect yourself from a persistent and determined adversary, you need to be equally persistent. You need to make sure you have comprehensive asset management in place and understand where and how systems and data are used. A hacker looking to breach your defenses only needs one successful penetration, so you need to be vigilant at all times.