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**BOSTON, USA, March 11th, 2025/CyberNewsWire/--**GitGuardian, the security leader behind GitHub's most installed application, today released its comprehensive "2025 State of Secrets Sprawl Report," revealing a widespread and persistent security crisis that threatens organizations of all sizes. The report exposes a 25% increase in leaked secrets year-over-year, with 23.8 million new credentials detected on public GitHub in 2024 alone. Most concerning for enterprise security leaders: 70% of secrets leaked in 2022 remain active today, creating an expanding attack surface that grows more dangerous with each passing day. "The explosion of leaked secrets represents one of the most significant yet underestimated threats in cybersecurity," said Eric Fourrier, CEO of GitGuardian. "Unlike sophisticated zero-day exploits, attackers don't need advanced skills to exploit these vulnerabilities—just one exposed credential can provide unrestricted access to critical systems and sensitive data."Eric Fourrier points to the 2024 U.S. Treasury Department breach as a warning: "A single leaked API key from BeyondTrust allowed attackers to infiltrate government systems. This wasn't a sophisticated attack—it was a simple case of an exposed credential that bypassed millions in security investments." "The explosion of leaked secrets represents one of the most significant yet underestimated threats in cybersecurity," said Eric Fourrier, CEO of GitGuardian. "Unlike sophisticated zero-day exploits, attackers don't need advanced skills to exploit these vulnerabilities—just one exposed credential can provide unrestricted access to critical systems and sensitive data."Eric Fourrier points to the 2024 U.S. Treasury Department breach as a warning: "A single leaked API key from BeyondTrust allowed attackers to infiltrate government systems. This wasn't a sophisticated attack—it was a simple case of an exposed credential that bypassed millions in security investments." Key Findings for Security Leaders The report identifies several critical trends that demand immediate attention: The Blind Spot: Generic Secrets Despite GitHub's Push Protection helping developers detect known secret patterns, generic secrets—including hardcoded passwords, database credentials, and custom authentication tokens—now represent more than half of all detected leaks. These credentials lack standardized patterns, making them nearly impossible to detect with conventional tools. Private Repositories: A False Sense of Security The analysis reveals a startling truth: a full 35% of all private repositories scanned contained at least one plaintext secret, shattering the common assumption that private repositories are secure: AWS IAM keys appeared in plaintext in 8.17% of private repositories—over 5× more frequently than in public ones (1.45%)
Generic passwords appeared nearly 3× more often in private repositories (24.1%) compared to public ones (8.94%)
MongoDB credentials were the most frequently leaked secret type in public repositories (18.84%) AWS IAM keys appeared in plaintext in 8.17% of private repositories—over 5× more frequently than in public ones (1.45%) Generic passwords appeared nearly 3× more often in private repositories (24.1%) compared to public ones (8.94%) MongoDB credentials were the most frequently leaked secret type in public repositories (18.84%) "Leaked secrets in private code repositories must be treated as compromised," emphasized Eric Fourrier. "Security teams must recognize that secrets should be treated as sensitive data regardless of where they reside." "Leaked secrets in private code repositories must be treated as compromised," emphasized Eric Fourrier. "Security teams must recognize that secrets should be treated as sensitive data regardless of where they reside." Beyond Code: Secrets Sprawl Across the SDLC Hardcoded secrets are everywhere, but especially in security blind spots like collaboration platforms and containers environments where security controls are typically weaker: Slack: 2.4% of channels within analyzed workspaces contained leaked secrets
Jira: 6.1% of tickets exposed credentials, making it the most vulnerable collaboration tool
DockerHub: 98% of detected secrets were embedded exclusively in image layers, with over 7,000 valid AWS keys currently exposed Slack: 2.4% of channels within analyzed workspaces contained leaked secrets Jira: 6.1% of tickets exposed credentials, making it the most vulnerable collaboration tool DockerHub: 98% of detected secrets were embedded exclusively in image layers, with over 7,000 valid AWS keys currently exposed The Non-Human Identity Crisis Non-human identities (NHIs)—including API keys, service accounts, and automation tokens—now vastly outnumber human identities in most organizations. However, these credentials often lack proper lifecycle management and rotation, creating persistent vulnerabilities. A security leader at a Fortune 500 company acknowledged this challenge: "We aim to rotate secrets annually, but enforcement is difficult across our environment. Some credentials have remained unchanged for years." A security leader at a Fortune 500 company acknowledged this challenge: "We aim to rotate secrets annually, but enforcement is difficult across our environment. Some credentials have remained unchanged for years." Secrets Managers: Not a Complete Answer Even organizations using secrets management solutions remain vulnerable. A study of 2,584 repositories leveraging secrets managers revealed a 5.1% secret leakage rate —far from the near-zero we anticipate. This surpasses the overall GitHub average of 4.6%. Common issues include: Secrets extracted from secrets managers and hardcoded elsewhere
Insecure authentication to secrets managers exposing access credentials
Fragmented governance due to secrets sprawl across multiple secrets managers Secrets extracted from secrets managers and hardcoded elsewhere Insecure authentication to secrets managers exposing access credentials Fragmented governance due to secrets sprawl across multiple secrets managers The Path Forward: Comprehensive Secrets Security As AI-generated code, automation, and cloud-native development accelerate, the report forecasts that secrets sprawl will only intensify. While GitHub's Push Protection has reduced some leaks, it leaves significant gaps—particularly with generic secrets, private repositories, and collaboration tools. "For CISOs and security leaders, the goal isn't just detection—it's the remediation of these vulnerabilities before they're exploited," said Eric Fourrier. "This requires a comprehensive approach that includes automated discovery, detection, remediation, and stronger secrets governance across all enterprise platforms." "For CISOs and security leaders, the goal isn't just detection—it's the remediation of these vulnerabilities before they're exploited," said Eric Fourrier. "This requires a comprehensive approach that includes automated discovery, detection, remediation, and stronger secrets governance across all enterprise platforms." The report concludes with a strategic framework for organizations to address secrets sprawl through: Deploying monitoring for exposed credentials across all environments
Implementing centralized secrets detection and remediation
Establishing semi-automated rotation policies for all credentials
Creating clear developer guidelines for secure vault usage Deploying monitoring for exposed credentials across all environments Implementing centralized secrets detection and remediation Establishing semi-automated rotation policies for all credentials Creating clear developer guidelines for secure vault usage To read the full 2025 State of Secrets Sprawl Report, users can visit GitGuardian.com. GitGuardian.com GitGuardian.com Additional resources GitGuardian - Website GitGuardian - Website GitGuardian - Website The State of Secrets Sprawl 2025 The State of Secrets Sprawl 2025 The State of Secrets Sprawl 2025 About GitGuardian GitGuardian is an end-to-end NHI security platform that empowers software-driven organizations to enhance their Non-Human Identity (NHI) security and comply with industry standards. With attackers increasingly targeting NHIs, such as service accounts and applications, GitGuardian integrates Secrets Security and NHI Governance. GitGuardian GitGuardian This dual approach enables the detection of compromised secrets across your dev environments while also managing non-human identities and their secrets' lifecycles. The platform is the world's most installed GitHub application and supports over 450+ types of secrets, offers public monitoring for leaked data, and deploys honeytokens for added defense. Trusted by over 600,000 developers, GitGuardian is the choice of leading organizations like Snowflake, ING, BASF, and Bouygues Telecom for robust secrets protection. Contact Media Contact Holly Hagerman Connect Marketing hollyh@connectmarketing.com +1(801) 373-7888 This story was distributed as a release by Cybernewswire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here This story was distributed as a release by Cybernewswire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here here here

GitGuardian Report: 70% Of Leaked Secrets Remain Active For Two Years, Urging Immediate Remediation

Доклад на GitGuardian: 70% от изтеклите тайни остават активни в продължение на две години, настоявайки за незабавно отстраняване

Informe de GitGuardian: El 70 % de los secretos filtrados permanecen activos durante dos años, lo que insta a una solución inmediata.

דוח GitGuardian: 70% מהסודות שדלפו נשארים פעילים במשך שנתיים, ודוחקים לתיקון מיידי

GitGuardian jelentés: A kiszivárgott titkok 70%-a két évig aktív marad, azonnali orvoslást sürget

GitGuardian レポート: 漏洩した機密情報の 70% が 2 年間有効のまま、即時の修復が必要

GitGuardian Willakuy: 70% Pakakuna filtrado kaqmanta Iskay Watakama llamk'achkan, chaylla allichayta kallpachaspa

Raport GitGuardian: 70% dintre secretele scurse rămân active timp de doi ani, solicitând remedierea imediată

GitGuardian Chirevo: 70% Yezvakavanzika Zvakaburitswa Zvirambe Zvichishanda KweMakore Maviri, Kukurudzira Kugadziriswa Kwekare

Извештај ГитГуардиана: 70% процурелих тајни остаје активно две године, позивајући се на хитну санацију

Ripoti ya GitGuardian: Asilimia 70 ya Siri Zilizovuja Husalia Hai kwa Miaka Miwili, Ikihimiza Marekebisho ya Haraka

GitGuardian Raporu: Sızdırılan Sırların %70'i İki Yıl Aktif Kalıyor, Acil Düzeltme Çağrısı Yapılıyor

Звіт GitGuardian: 70% витоку секретів залишаються активними протягом двох років, закликаючи до негайного виправлення

SAN FRANCISCO, California, December 31st, 2024/Chainwire/--Open (also known as webisOpen on X, collective includes RSS3) is transforming virological research and decentralized science (DeSci) through its innovative Open Virtual Machine (OVM). This technology, integrated with the Compute Wormhole, facilitates the on-chain analysis of genetic similarities between two viruses: SARS-CoV-2 (sequenced in Wuhan, 2019) and SARS-CoV (sequenced in Toronto, 2003). This analysis is performed fully on-chain using Open’s Open Virtual Machine (OVM) within a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) (together known as Open’s Compute Wormhole) utilizing and bridging decentralized compute from Hyperbolic Labs, to ensure integrity, immutability, determinism, and resistance to tampering. Additionally, OVM guarantees verifiability through on-chain transactions, promoting transparency and trust in the results. This demo and experiment of Open Desci Platform Alpha and its record on-chain (on Open Chain) has also been released to the public to showcase the power of OVM to the public. Users can check out this link for more information. The Research Challenge Decoding the genetic fingerprints of viruses has traditionally required expensive supercomputers and extensive infrastructure—resources often out of reach for many researchers. For years, virologists have been constrained by financial and logistical challenges, forcing them to focus more on acquiring equipment than advancing scientific discovery. Moreover, the reliance on private or centralized computing resources has limited peer reviews, making it difficult to reproduce results and raising concerns about the integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness of the findings. Entering the OVM Revolution The Open Virtual Machine (OVM) offers a high-performance, decentralized, and verifiable compute layer, designed to democratize access to advanced computational resources. Its implementation begins with a demonstration and experimental applications on Open Chain, showcasing its capabilities in bridging decentralized computation with the immutability of blockchain technology. By bridging powerful decentralized computation with blockchain immutability, OVM is a Data Wormhole for innovations like verifiable and transparent AI and DeSci. The Open collective includes @RSS3_, @_RSSHub, and @openinfo. RSS3 is a decentralized network indexing and structuring data, delivering accessible and valuable Open Information to the next X (prev. Twitter), Google, OpenAI, and beyondfor AI and decentralized science (also known as DeSci). Key Features of OVM in Decentralized Science Reproducibility Guaranteed: Every computation is verifiable and reproducible, a critical feature for peer-reviewed scientific research.
Secure Data Processing: A built-in Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) safeguards sensitive data, ensuring integrity and tamper resistance throughout the computational process.
Effortless Genomic Analysis: Researchers can now compare viral genomes, such as [SARS-CoV-2] and [SARS-Tor-2], in a decentralized and democratized manner, without permission and access to exclusive and expensive hardware. These capabilities highlight the expanding potential of OVM in decentralized science (DeSci), paving the way for further innovations in transparent and democratized research. The Bridge Between Blockchain and Beyond OVM’s architecture introduces a framework that integrates blockchain’s on-chain immutability with scalable, decentralized computing resources, including GPU support for demanding computational tasks. This design enables efficient execution of compute-intensive applications, such as: AI and Machine Learning Training
DeFi Risk Assessments and Financial Modeling
Real-Time DeSci, Gaming, and Metaverse Simulations Whether it’s simulating virus interactions, optimizing decentralized finance protocols, or powering the next-gen virtual worlds, OVM provides immutable, verifiable, and transparent computational solutions. These advanced capabilities demonstrate the potential of decentralized systems to address complex, real-world challenges. Democratizing Research, Unlocking Discovery OVM enables researchers worldwide to access advanced computational resources without reliance on costly infrastructure. By prioritizing accessibility, the platform emphasizes scientific innovation over financial constraints. This approach fosters global collaboration, empowering researchers to address critical challenges such as pandemics and climate change. Open and Modular by Design OVM’s modular architecture allows decentralized applications to tap into scalable computing power through partnerships with decentralized providers like Hyperbolic, Gensyn.ai, and Aethir Cloud, or virtually anyone with spare computational resources. This design supports the creation of an open and transparent ecosystem for research and development, accessible globally and at any time. Exploring OVM-Powered Genomic Analysis (Coming Soon on Mainnet) The OVM-powered infrastructure will enable users to analyze the genetic sequences of: SARS-CoV-2 Genome
SARS-Tor-2 Genome The Open DeSci team is preparing to release the Alpha version of its demo and experimental platform. This release will showcase the capabilities of OVM in performing DNA sequence alignment, providing a practical example of its potential in decentralized science. The Future of Compute is Open Available now on Open Chain for demo purposes, with support for more platforms on the horizon, OVM is ushering in a new era of decentralized science. By bridging the gap between blockchain and advanced decentralized computation, OVM unlocks the true potential of the Open Web and DeSci, paving the way for breakthroughs in Science, AI, and beyond. OVM removes infrastructure barriers, enabling scientific progress to be driven by creativity and innovation. This approach represents a significant step forward in the evolution of open science. About Open (aka webisOpen on X, coll. Incl. RSS3) Open is a series of endeavors aimed at propelling the Open Web forward. Collectively, Open is the Data and Compute Wormhole for innovations like verifiable and transparent AI and DeSci. The Open collective includes @RSS3_ @_RSSHub & @openinfo_. webisOpen. RSS3 is a decentralized network indexing and structuring data, delivering accessible and valuable Open Information to the next X (prev. Twitter), Google, OpenAI, and beyond. Contact Marketing Lead KM KM Open Collective km@open.network This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here SAN FRANCISCO, California, December 31st, 2024/Chainwire/--Open (also known as webisOpen on X, collective includes RSS3) is transforming virological research and decentralized science (DeSci) through its innovative Open Virtual Machine (OVM). This technology, integrated with the Compute Wormhole, facilitates the on-chain analysis of genetic similarities between two viruses: SARS-CoV-2 (sequenced in Wuhan, 2019) and SARS-CoV (sequenced in Toronto, 2003). This analysis is performed fully on-chain using Open’s Open Virtual Machine (OVM) within a Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) (together known as Open’s Compute Wormhole) utilizing and bridging decentralized compute from Hyperbolic Labs, to ensure integrity, immutability, determinism, and resistance to tampering. Additionally, OVM guarantees verifiability through on-chain transactions, promoting transparency and trust in the results. This demo and experiment of Open Desci Platform Alpha and its record on-chain (on Open Chain) has also been released to the public to showcase the power of OVM to the public. Users can check out this link for more information. link link The Research Challenge Decoding the genetic fingerprints of viruses has traditionally required expensive supercomputers and extensive infrastructure—resources often out of reach for many researchers. For years, virologists have been constrained by financial and logistical challenges, forcing them to focus more on acquiring equipment than advancing scientific discovery. Moreover, the reliance on private or centralized computing resources has limited peer reviews, making it difficult to reproduce results and raising concerns about the integrity, reliability, and trustworthiness of the findings. Entering the OVM Revolution The Open Virtual Machine (OVM) offers a high-performance, decentralized, and verifiable compute layer, designed to democratize access to advanced computational resources. Its implementation begins with a demonstration and experimental applications on Open Chain, showcasing its capabilities in bridging decentralized computation with the immutability of blockchain technology. By bridging powerful decentralized computation with blockchain immutability, OVM is a Data Wormhole for innovations like verifiable and transparent AI and DeSci. The Open collective includes @RSS3_ , @_RSSHub , and @openinfo . @RSS3_ @RSS3_ @_RSSHub @_RSSHub @openinfo @openinfo RSS3 is a decentralized network indexing and structuring data, delivering accessible and valuable Open Information to the next X (prev. Twitter), Google, OpenAI, and beyondfor AI and decentralized science (also known as DeSci). Key Features of OVM in Decentralized Science Reproducibility Guaranteed: Every computation is verifiable and reproducible, a critical feature for peer-reviewed scientific research. Secure Data Processing: A built-in Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) safeguards sensitive data, ensuring integrity and tamper resistance throughout the computational process. Effortless Genomic Analysis: Researchers can now compare viral genomes, such as [SARS-CoV-2] and [SARS-Tor-2], in a decentralized and democratized manner, without permission and access to exclusive and expensive hardware. Reproducibility Guaranteed: Every computation is verifiable and reproducible, a critical feature for peer-reviewed scientific research. Secure Data Processing: A built-in Trusted Execution Environment (TEE) safeguards sensitive data, ensuring integrity and tamper resistance throughout the computational process. Effortless Genomic Analysis: Researchers can now compare viral genomes, such as [ SARS-CoV-2 ] and [ SARS-Tor-2 ], in a decentralized and democratized manner, without permission and access to exclusive and expensive hardware. SARS-CoV-2 SARS-CoV-2 SARS-Tor-2 SARS-Tor-2 These capabilities highlight the expanding potential of OVM in decentralized science (DeSci), paving the way for further innovations in transparent and democratized research. The Bridge Between Blockchain and Beyond OVM’s architecture introduces a framework that integrates blockchain’s on-chain immutability with scalable, decentralized computing resources, including GPU support for demanding computational tasks. This design enables efficient execution of compute-intensive applications, such as: AI and Machine Learning Training DeFi Risk Assessments and Financial Modeling Real-Time DeSci, Gaming, and Metaverse Simulations AI and Machine Learning Training DeFi Risk Assessments and Financial Modeling Real-Time DeSci, Gaming, and Metaverse Simulations Whether it’s simulating virus interactions, optimizing decentralized finance protocols, or powering the next-gen virtual worlds, OVM provides immutable, verifiable, and transparent computational solutions. These advanced capabilities demonstrate the potential of decentralized systems to address complex, real-world challenges. Democratizing Research, Unlocking Discovery OVM enables researchers worldwide to access advanced computational resources without reliance on costly infrastructure. By prioritizing accessibility, the platform emphasizes scientific innovation over financial constraints. This approach fosters global collaboration, empowering researchers to address critical challenges such as pandemics and climate change. Open and Modular by Design OVM’s modular architecture allows decentralized applications to tap into scalable computing power through partnerships with decentralized providers like Hyperbolic, Gensyn.ai , and Aethir Cloud , or virtually anyone with spare computational resources. Gensyn.ai Gensyn.ai Aethir Cloud Aethir Cloud This design supports the creation of an open and transparent ecosystem for research and development, accessible globally and at any time. Exploring OVM-Powered Genomic Analysis (Coming Soon on Mainnet) The OVM-powered infrastructure will enable users to analyze the genetic sequences of: SARS-CoV-2 Genome SARS-Tor-2 Genome SARS-CoV-2 Genome SARS-CoV-2 Genome SARS-CoV-2 Genome SARS-Tor-2 Genome SARS-Tor-2 Genome SARS-Tor-2 Genome The Open DeSci team is preparing to release the Alpha version of its demo and experimental platform. This release will showcase the capabilities of OVM in performing DNA sequence alignment, providing a practical example of its potential in decentralized science. The Future of Compute is Open Available now on Open Chain for demo purposes, with support for more platforms on the horizon, OVM is ushering in a new era of decentralized science. By bridging the gap between blockchain and advanced decentralized computation, OVM unlocks the true potential of the Open Web and DeSci, paving the way for breakthroughs in Science, AI, and beyond. OVM removes infrastructure barriers, enabling scientific progress to be driven by creativity and innovation. This approach represents a significant step forward in the evolution of open science. About Open (aka webisOpen on X, coll. Incl. RSS3) Open is a series of endeavors aimed at propelling the Open Web forward. Collectively, Open is the Data and Compute Wormhole for innovations like verifiable and transparent AI and DeSci. The Open collective includes @RSS3_ @_RSSHub & @openinfo_ . webisOpen. Open Open @RSS3_ @RSS3_ @_RSSHub @_RSSHub @openinfo_ @openinfo_ RSS3 is a decentralized network indexing and structuring data, delivering accessible and valuable Open Information to the next X (prev. Twitter), Google, OpenAI, and beyond. RSS3 RSS3 Contact Marketing Lead KM KM Open Collective km@open.network This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here This story was distributed as a release by Chainwire under HackerNoon’s Business Blogging Program. Learn more about the program here here here

Covid RNA Analyzed With Tee On OVM: Open (Incl. RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

Covid RNA analyzovaná pomocí Tee On OVM: Open (včetně RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

El ARN de Covid analizado con Tee On OVM: Open (incluido RSS3) potencia DeSci

Covid RNA-ն վերլուծվել է Tee-ով OVM-ում. Open (ներառյալ RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

Analisis RNA Covid dengan Tee pada OVM: Open (Termasuk RSS3) Mendorong DeSci

Covid RNAをTee On OVMで分析：オープン（RSS3を含む）がDeSciを強化

Covid RNA វិភាគជាមួយ Tee On OVM: បើក (រាប់បញ្ចូល RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

Covid ARN Analysé Na Tee Na OVM: Ouvert (Incl. RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

Covid RNS analizēts ar Tee uz OVM: atvērts (ieskaitot RSS3) pārlādē DeSci

Covid RNA nodinihina miaraka amin'ny Tee amin'ny OVM: Open (Incl. RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

Анализ РНК Covid с помощью Tee на OVM: Open (включая RSS3) ускоряет DeSci

Covid RNA Yi Kambisisiwe Hi Tee Eka OVM: Vula (Ku katsa na RSS3) Supercharges DeSci

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This blog post is a follow-up to our previous post on . AppSec Part I: Implementing Security in DevSecOps Pipelines Advanced Security Models and Architectures for DevSecOps: A Comprehensive Guide In today's world, application security has become increasingly critical, making it essential for developers and security professionals to stay updated with advanced security models and architectures. This blog series will explore cutting-edge approaches to securing the pipeline, empowering you to build robust and resilient applications. In , we explored the fundamentals of DevSecOps and its importance in integrating security into the software development lifecycle. DevSecOps AppSec Part I: Implementing Security in DevSecOps Pipelines In this blog post, we will examine the role of DevSecOps in some of the most advanced security models and architectures, including Let’s begin with a short intro of all three. Zero Trust Architecture, NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF), and Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP). Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) Among all Zero Trust models - Google's , Gartner's , NIST , and by Forrester, which This brings the idea of cyber-resilience, and I would like to finish this article with this concept. BeyondCorp CARTA SP800–207 ZTX assumes that being compromised is inevitable. Zero Trust Architecture challenges the traditional perimeter-based security approach by assuming that no user or device should be trusted by default. It aligns with the goals of DevSecOps, such as continuous security testing, automation, and collaboration between development, security, and operations teams. ZTA is a security model that has become popular due to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats. This means that strict access control and authentication are required, and the principle of least privilege is essential. ZTA assumes that all resources, both internal and external, are untrusted until they are verified. Implementing brings benefits such as improved visibility, reduced attack surface, and enhanced security posture. However, it also presents challenges, such as complexity and potential impact on user experience. Zero Trust Architecture To implement ZTA in a DevSecOps pipeline, organizations need to carefully plan and design their security measures. This includes: identifying all potential threats and vulnerabilities, implementing regular security testing and monitoring, and ensuring that only authorized users and systems can access sensitive data and resources. ZTA can also help organizations meet compliance requirements and regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. Furthermore, ZTA can improve the overall performance and efficiency of an organization's IT infrastructure. Real-world examples of successful adoption of Zero Trust Architecture include Google's BeyondCorp and Cisco's Zero Trust Network. These organizations have shared their experiences, lessons learned, and the positive outcomes achieved through the implementation of Zero Trust Architecture. How to use it : In a DevOps pipeline, enforce strong authentication methods and implement access controls to ensure that only authorized users and systems can access sensitive resources. Implement strict access control and authentication : Limit user and system privileges to the minimum required for their tasks. This reduces the potential impact of a security breach or compromise. Follow the principle of least privilege : Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities specific to the DevOps pipeline and design appropriate security measures to mitigate them. Plan and design security measures : Continuously test and monitor the security of the DevOps pipeline to identify and address any vulnerabilities or weaknesses. Regular security testing and monitoring NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) The Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) is a set of fundamental, sound, and secure software development practices based on established secure software development practice documents from organizations such as , , and . Few software development life cycle (SDLC) models explicitly address software security in detail, so practices like those in the SSDF need to be added to and integrated with each SDLC implementation. BSA OWASP SAFECode NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-218, has been posted as final, along with a Microsoft Excel version of the SSDF 1.1 table. SP 800-218 includes mappings from Section 4e clauses to the SSDF practices and tasks that help address each clause. Also, see a from version 1.1 and . Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) Version 1.1: Recommendations for Mitigating the Risk of Software Vulnerabilities Executive Order (EO) 14028 summary of changes plans for the SSDF The NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) is a set of guidelines and best practices that organizations can use to develop secure software. SSDF emphasizes a proactive approach to security, with a focus on identifying and managing security risks throughout the software development lifecycle. By integrating SSDF into a DevSecOps pipeline, organizations can ensure that security is built into their applications from the beginning. This includes: following a structured approach to software development that includes risk management, continuous testing and monitoring, and regular updates and patches. The NIST SSDF provides a structured approach to integrating security into the software development lifecycle. It emphasizes the importance of early identification and mitigation of security risks through activities such as threat modeling, secure coding practices, and security testing. The NIST SSDF can be integrated into the DevSecOps process, fostering collaboration between development, security, and operations teams. Implementing SSDF can also help organizations meet compliance requirements and regulations such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO. Exploring the different stages of the NIST SSDF, such as initiation, development, and deployment, reveals their relevance to secure software development in a DevSecOps environment. Practical tips and best practices for implementing the NIST SSDF in a DevSecOps environment include leveraging automation tools for security testing, conducting regular security assessments, and fostering a culture of security awareness and education within the organization. How to use it : Incorporate risk management practices throughout the software development lifecycle in the DevOps pipeline. This includes identifying and prioritizing security risks, implementing controls to mitigate them, and monitoring risks over time. Integrate risk management : Implement automated security testing and monitoring tools within the DevOps pipeline to detect and address security issues early in the development process. Continuous testing and monitoring : Maintain an ongoing process of updating and patching software components to address known vulnerabilities and ensure the security of the DevOps pipeline. Regular updates and patches : Implement the necessary security controls and practices to meet compliance requirements such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO. Compliance with standards and regulations Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) OWASP (Open Web Application Security Project) is a community-driven organization that provides guidance on how to improve the security of software. OWASP maintains a of the most critical web application security risks and offers guidance on how to mitigate them. comprehensive list OWASP aims to improve web application security. It focuses on such as injection attacks, cross-site scripting, and insecure direct object references. Integrating DevSecOps practices helps mitigate these vulnerabilities by integrating security activities throughout the development process. addressing top vulnerabilities Examples of OWASP tools and resources that can be utilized in a DevSecOps approach include the , which provides guidance on the most critical web application security risks. Organizations can leverage these resources to enhance their security practices and ensure the development of secure applications. OWASP Top Ten Project By integrating OWASP principles into a DevSecOps pipeline, organizations can ensure that their web applications are secure, even in the face of evolving security threats. This includes: developing a deep understanding of the risks and vulnerabilities associated with web applications, regular testing and monitoring, and implementing security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls. Implementing OWASP can also help organizations meet compliance requirements and regulations such as GDPR, PCI DSS, and HIPAA. How to use it : Educate DevOps teams about the common web application security risks identified by OWASP. This knowledge will help them build secure applications and make informed decisions during development. Develop a deep understanding of web application risks : Implement automated security testing tools and practices to continuously scan and monitor web applications for vulnerabilities. Regular testing and monitoring : Apply security measures recommended by OWASP, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls, to protect web applications from attacks. Implement security measures : Keep track of OWASP's latest guidelines and best practices to stay current with evolving web application security threats and mitigation techniques. Stay updated with the latest security guidance The OWASP API Security Project has just released an updated version of the OWASP Top 10 for APIs. In the context of DevOps, each of these advanced security models and architectures plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and resilience of the software development and delivery process. Key Takeaways: Integrating Advanced Security Models and Architectures in DevSecOps: Enhancing Application Security and Collaboration In conclusion, integrating advanced security models and architectures into DevSecOps is not just important; it is absolutely crucial. By adopting these approaches, you can significantly enhance the security of your applications, reduce the risk of vulnerabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork among your development and security teams. These advanced models and architectures play a vital role in ensuring the utmost security and integrity of your software applications throughout the entire development process. As the field of application security continues to evolve rapidly, it is imperative for developers and security professionals to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in security models and architectures. By constantly learning and adapting to these advanced approaches, you can stay one step ahead of potential threats and ensure that your applications are robust, resilient, and well-protected. So, embrace the power of advanced security models and architectures in . By doing so, you will not only enhance the security posture of your applications but also contribute to a safer and more secure digital landscape. Remember, the security of your applications is not a one-time effort but an ongoing commitment to excellence in protecting your users and their valuable data. your DevSecOps journey Thank you for reading. May InfoSec be with you🖖. Also published . here

AppSec Part II: Exploring Advanced Security Models and Architectures for DevSecOps

Having a personal blog has several advantages over using a third-party platform, such as complete control over your data, customizations, more ways to monetize, and so on. Recently I built my blog with NextJs, Chakra UI, and GraphCMS and made it live a few days back. In this article, I'll explain how I built it, what technologies I used and why, what I learned while doing so, and the problems I encountered. There are several platforms available for creating a personal blog, but I created mine from the ground up to put my skills into practice and understand what it's like to maintain everything. Let's get started Before we start Code is Open Source - (Star⭐ it) GitHub repo I will soon write a step-by-step guide to host your own instance of this blog. (Instructions in repo README are not for production) How about reading this article on my , so that you try it out 👀? blog Tools, services, technologies, frameworks, and libraries Next.js Chakra UI HyGraph BeyondWords Giscus Coil Netlify Google Analytics Google AdSense Substack Ko-fi Common tools are listed . here A bunch of NPM packages. Why I used these technologies over their alternatives? Why NextJs? I didn't just pick NextJs because I'm familiar with ReactJs. However, NextJs is a perfect framework for creating these types of websites. Reasons: Built-in pre-rendering: This improves your SEO and speeds up your site. File-based routing: No more messing up with routes. API routes: Implement basic backend functionality without the need for a separate backend. There are a lot more benefits but these three are enough to decide. Why Chakra UI? Believe me, if you love React you will love Chakra-UI. It reduces a lot of CSS work. Reasons: Component-based styling. Super easy to build light and dark UI. The components will handle all aspects of accessibility. Components are completely customizable. Why HyGraph? Again if you love QraphQL you will love GraphCMS. It's perfect for a blog. Reasons: Got so many features that you won't find anything missing. Easy to manage content with beautiful UI. Extensions. Why Giscus? In case you didn't know, Giscus is a GitHub Discussions-powered comment system. We all know how powerful GitHub discussions are, so why not apply that power to the comment system? Reasons: 100% free and Open Source. No ads and no tracking. Use all features of GitHub Discussions. Try out by leaving a comment on this article. Why BeyondWords? I researched a lot to add audio articles to my blog. BeyondWords was the perfect fit for me. Reasons: Generous free plan. Lot of voices. Converts articles to audio flawlessly 💯. Why Google Analytics and Google AdSense? I like the Google ecosystem. 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Remote support software allows system administrators to remotely control computers, view the user’s screen, interact with it, and provide technical support when needed. Some companies use desktops remotely to perform administrative tasks, such as system management, or to monitor and troubleshoot problems without physical presence. It is important to note that software for remote support has one big advantage over traditional support requests, which are usually made by phone or email. Remote support software allows you to view your entire computer desktop in real-time, allowing you to better solve problems with your operating system or software installation, often without even asking for any information from the user. The most popular remote access programs are and . They have their advantages and disadvantages, but I will not write about these programs, because everyone who provides remote assistance has probably come across them. In this article, I will describe the best Teamviewer alternatives which are worthy of attention for any technician. Teamviewer Anydesk Сustomer service management tools Getscreen.me Cloud software provides remote access via a browser. To connect to the client, just send him an invitation link and as soon as he clicks on it — the session starts. Quick Support lets you both connect to other users and open access to your own computer. Branding can be set up so that the user can identify which company they are connecting from. According to system administrators, Getscreen.me is the best remote access and support software. If your company has several system administrators, you can create a team and distribute tasks among employees. The service also has the ability to connect permanently — just add computers to your office and you can connect to them at any time. If necessary, you can record a remote session and communicate with the client during the connection, both in chat and voice. Getscreen benefits: high connection speed ready-made plugins for integration, as well as HTTP API load balancing between team members storage of logs and session records in the cloud secure access, firewall compatibility, privacy sandboxing, encryption, antivirus scanning HTTP API for creating custom integrations with any services and platforms If you’re looking for free remote desktop software and support, to connect to two devices for free. If you have more computers — you can pick up a suitable tariff, the prices are quite affordable. download Getscreen.me $0. Entry Level Price: Zoho Assist Zoho Assist service requires an authorization code to access or control another computer. This software provides control and remote access to other devices, the operator can work in several sessions simultaneously: provide remote assistance and manage their own devices. The connection is also made directly from the browser. To access the remote troubleshooting client screen, all you have to do is specify its email address. Many users complain about live chat client during a session — it has an awkward interface and does not always display the full text. $0. Entry Level Price: FixMe.IT A fast and easy-to-use client support manager designed to provide on-demand and unattended technical assistance to customers located anywhere in the world. FixMe.IT allows you to provide unlimited on-demand support and manage up to 150 unattended machines. Connection to a remote user is made without installing any software. All your customer has to do is open the web page and give you their 6-digit customer ID number. Of the disadvantages — unstable file transfer and work only on Windows. So if you are looking for the best remote desktop for Mac (best remote desktop for mac) or Android, this service will not suit you. $30. Entry Level Price: Atera Versatile remote management and monitoring solution (RMM) Includes built-in PSA, remote access, patch management, automation, alerts, help desk, customer ticketing system, chat reports, billing and more. Users praise the ticketing system the most. It allows users to report problems directly from their email and allows technicians to track any problems. But the mobile app leaves a lot to be desired. It lacks performance, you have to constantly log in. It is much more difficult to manage devices on Mac than on Windows. $79 Entry Level Price: ConnectWise Control A quality solution for remote support, access and meetings. With ConnectWise Control, users can use remote support and access to repair computers, provide updates, and manage machines. Users can also conduct online seminars and presentations via remote meetings. Ability to execute commands from the management console, remote management sessions start instantly. During the session, you can communicate with the user, and there is also the possibility of transferring files. The service is quite complicated to manage, with a complicated interface and functionality, so it is suitable only for experienced support operators. : $24 Entry Level Price Remote PC A fast and secure remote access solution that allows consumers, businesses and IT professionals to access and manage remote desktop Mac and Windows, from any device, including iOS/Android. Remote access can be set up by sending the user an email with a link or dictating a code. The operator can then connect to the client’s computer and make all the necessary settings himself. There is practical all the functionality that the best remote desktop needs: file transfer remote printing chat with operator technical support cross-platform Rescue PC users do not note any significant disadvantages. : $20 Entry Level Price Splashtop SOS Splashtop SOS is designed for on-demand support of a licensed number of technicians. It is one of the products of the popular Splashtop brand with which you can provide fast remote support. Each technician needs an individual license, which allows you to serve up to 10 clients. The cost of such a license starts at $170 per year. Both supervised and unsupervised access is available. The client support manager works with Windows, Mac and Linux. The functionality of the service is standard, with everything you need for remote support clients. But the limited individual licenses are not to everyone’s liking. $170 Entry Level Price: BeyondTrust Remote Support (ex-Bomgar) Remote support tool helps support teams of all sizes improve business efficiency by providing secure, controlled remote support for virtually any device or system, anywhere in the world. Specialists can support remote computers running Windows, Mac and Linux or mobile devices running Android, iOS and even BlackBerry! Easy to use for the end-user (especially on Windows). Provides centralized management and remote access protection for service providers, IT administrators and vendors. BeyondTrust Remote Support allows technical support teams to securely access and troubleshoot any remote device on any platform, located anywhere in the world. And all from the same solution. Features such as remote support chat, skill-based routing, canned scripts, and escalation protocols simplify technician workflows and reduce the number of manual connections and support requests your team has to handle. on request. Entry Level Price: Rescue (ex-LogMeIn) One of the best remote support software is Rescue. An easy-to-use service for remote support of PCs, Macs, and mobile devices. Allows you to serve teams of any size, from small technical support departments to the largest global companies. The service does not work on Linux, and works intermittently on mobile devices. Also, administrators in the reviews complain that they regularly get thrown out of their personal account and have to log in, and there are many complaints about the admin control center. There were also complaints about the support service, but perhaps they have already adjusted the process. $108 Entry Level Price: ISL Light A remote support tool with a large set of all the features you need. Allows the operator to invite a customer to join a support session by entering a unique session code, or start a remote support session directly from the live chat program. The software has been translated into 28 languages and is used in a wide variety of industries, including banking, government, insurance and healthcare. Key features include screen sharing, unescorted access to remote computers, permission management, chat messaging, session recording, file transfer, Wake-On-LAN, and RDP routing. The service can be deployed as a cloud service or as an on-premises solution. The license does not limit the number of users, installations, or the number of clients to which users connect. The only disadvantage noted by users is that remote connection is quite complicated for people with little knowledge of IT. 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Is it Just Another Buzzword? Or a Building Block of CloudSec And Zero Trust? Not surprisingly, during recent meetings, customers often asked me how to manage all cybersecurity tools. According to the I am not alone. It is top of the mind of many CISOs that to fight the cyberattacks’ perfect storm: multi-cloud and remote work security. Gartner Top Security Technology Trends for 2022, a consolidated while distributed security architecture is essential It looks pretty contradictory with each layer, but it is not. Let’s consider the following service-based application as an example: AWS Lambda and Azure Functions are being used as content pages from containers in different Cloud providers, including Google Cloud Run; Cloudflare is being used as a CDN (Content Delivery Network); Developers use Okta as an Identity services provider. It is actually what customers are using nowadays. Just consider how many service providers and models are in the picture. And what’s more? It is only part of the big picture. To protect anything under these conditions stresses the existing cybersecurity architecture. Therefore, it is time for a new and better approach — Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture (CSMA) which aims to reduce the need for one specific computing environment. Everything is Decentralized (Workforce, Perimeter, Information, and More…) Because of COVID, companies accelerated their digital transformation initiatives to get ahead of the curve in a battle for existence. As a result, many companies have adopted the latest technologies to enable and encourage remote working trends. With the and remote working being the “new normal,” organizations have their assets, employees, partners, and customer base globally distributed in different locations. Thus, critical data and assets are exposed outside the traditional security perimeters, making it challenging to rely on legacy controls to protect them against advanced cyber threats. work-from-anywhere scenario The traditional technology stack is breaking down because They’re also using to adopt an that works with distributed services (key to cloud security, web3, and DevOps). more people use microservices. blockchain and other trust models information-centric security model states that new attack surfaces have opened up due to a pandemic-inspired shift to remote work. Remote workers, cloud adoption, DevSecOps, IoTs, and other parts of digital transformation . The answer to this problem is a A recent Gartner report require flexible and scalable cybersecurity strategies scalable, integrated, and automated cybersecurity mesh architecture. What is Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture (CSMA)? has specified a growing gap in interoperability between security tools. Moreover, there are wasteful overlaps in multiple devices or software— each being paid for through its own licensing. Gartner Under CSMA, each device will be introduced into the infrastructure as an integrated, carefully designed part of a consolidated security posture. Also, Gartner defines the cybersecurity mesh as a distributed architectural approach to flexible, scalable, and reliable cybersecurity control. According to the report: “ ”, below are the four fundamental layers of a CSMA: Top Security Technology Trends for 2022: Cybersecurity Mesh security analytics and intelligence consolidated dashboards distributed identity fabric consolidated policy and posture management , storing a secret key in Microsoft Azure is different from using that in AWS or Google, such as: Using key management as an example Azure Key Vault; AWS CloudHSM; Google Cloud Key; On-prem HSM appliance. (keeping the key/ secret from being exposed or unauthorized access). As a result, the same consolidated policy and posture management translate to different configurations and deployments in various form factors, i.e., distributed security controls. While each application/ service is distinct, technically and operationally, they are being used to meet a similar policy goal Similarly, consolidated policy and posture management translate abstract policy objectives to specific configurations on individual providers that benefit overall security posture. For example, developers often re-use keys to access different resources and forget to separate those from developments with productions. For example, can help ensure that all encryption key accesses are monitored and comply with corporate policy or security standards. It can also align all configurations with different providers. a cloud security posture management platform Common Languages in Cybersecurity Space To have better integration and let all the tools work together, they need to “talk” to each other. For example, we are familiar with “IOC” — Indicator of Compromise in threat intelligence sharing. However, it would not be possible if all vendors shared their own sets of indicators without standardization. As a result, CSMA also needs common languages — like open standards and common APIs to support the integration of different vendors. Below are some examples of existing common standards: IOC — STIX/ TAXII, SIGMA Threat Intelligence — OpenDXL (McAfee), SCAP v2 (NIST) Network — Netflow, IPfix Authentication — SAML, OAuth, FIDO2 Framework — MITRE ATT&CK and D3FEND, CVSS, OWASP Top 10 Threat Hunting — Yara, Snort, ZEEK Suppose we need CSMA to work in a SOC environment where cybersecurity professionals are serious about security monitoring. To make threat intelligence meaningful analytics and intelligence, we need to put together information about threats and assets. Therefore, not just the data exported from all security devices but also other data sources like identity and assets’ context information should also be standardized. We need a standard process to collect and correlate events and logs. Lastly, there is integration in every part of the data flow to have tools work seamlessly together. As security professionals, we need to keep doing what we are doing in the short term. We can do our job by using any number of products that help accomplish the four layers of CSMA (as described above). Therefore, organizations align their multi-cloud and work-from-anywhere strategies to decouple from the policy enforcement. Adopting CSMA also helps eliminate silos in the security stack, and we will see less and less “perimeter-based” security in the latter stage. How to Do it? Think As a Zero Trust Dates Back Just like the adoption of Zero Trust, practitioners who understand the advantages of the CSMA model can be on the lookout for security products that support it. The endorsement of zero trust as a plausible architectural model has changed how cybersecurity practitioners assess and audit cloud-native companies. Consider what the Zero Trust journey begins and what it becomes nowadays. The concepts supporting zero trust are not new: for his doctoral thesis on computational security at the University of Stirling. coined ZT in April 1994 Stephen Paul Marsh The complications of determining the perimeter of an organization’s IT infrastructure were highlighted , discussing the trend of what was later coined “De-Perimiterisation.” by the Jericho Forum in 2003 referred to as . In 2009, Google implemented a Zero Trust architecture BeyondCorp , an industry analyst at Forrester Research Inc, popularized the term John Kindervag “Zero Trust Network” in 2010 And now, companies and vendors have formed around the zero trust architecture. It has also driven new features and innovation in existing vendors’ product portfolios. As a result, it has driven initiatives in end-user technology organizations. Likewise, acceptance of CSMA as a feasible architectural strategy can potentially simplify architectural discussions around multi-cloud, hybrid cloud, container security, and security orchestration and response. Final Words The concept of the cybersecurity mesh assumes how widely available truly composable security services are. As a result, these solutions feature an architecture created to scale agilely . CSMA also names common frameworks for everything — from contextual and threat analytics to threat intelligence (TI), and security controls integrated via APIs. through an API-first approach According to , Gartner’s predictions “By 2024, organizations adopting a CSMA will reduce the financial impact of security incidents by an average of 90%.” A practical cybersecurity mesh architecture will demand stronger, consolidated policy management and governance. For example, it’ll be crucial to orchestrate more suitable “least-privilege” access policies, which organizations can accomplish using a centralized policy management engine with distributed enforcement. Yet, we still need some glue to help us stick all the available tools together. Luckily, with the recommendations in Gartner’s CSMA report, integration becomes possible with common cybersecurity languages — APIs and Open standards and carefully puts all the existing security stack into play. Thank you for reading. 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While Getting Started With Zero Trust Can Be Daunting; the Benefits Are Worth the Cost. Zero Trust is a significant change factor in how cybersecurity is approached. We used to think that our organization was a castle - with walls (firewalls), moat (DMZ), and drawbridge (Access Control). However, with the escalation of militancy in Ukraine, increased activity by cybercriminal groups, and increased attack surfaces caused by businesses migrating to the cloud and employees working remotely, Zero Trust has become cybersecurity's most valuable change agent. Zero Trust is the New Focus Among Executives According to a recent survey, , "conducted by iSMG, (100% among all respondents chose somewhat to extremely critical). " Zero Trust Strategies for 2022 Report everyone said that Zero Trust is critical to reducing their cybersecurity risk Also, nearly half of them (46%) said Zero Trust is the most crucial security practice in 2022. of over 300 large organizations by Forrester indicated that Another survey 78% of security executives plan to raise their use of Zero Trust in 2022. There is no doubt that Zero Trust is a new priority among executives responsible for cybersecurity strategy. But if we take a closer look at the survey, there is an execution problem. . Another 30% said Zero Trust in partial deployment or production, and 63% said their Zero Trust projects are now in the assessment, strategy, or pilot phases. So, as a result, despite C-level are planning, most of them are just planning. Forrester's survey places full deployment of Zero Trust at only 6% If you are looking for an : introduction to Zero Trust Architecture https://hackernoon.com/introduction-to-the-zero-trust-security-architecture-a-concept-not-a-product With A Little Help From My Friends (NIST, CISA, OMB) In May 2021, the US government on improving the nation's cybersecurity. A significant aspect of the EO was the push for agencies to adopt Zero Trust (mentioned 11 times ). issued an EO here In response to the EO, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released the to move ahead to zero trust architecture, which includes a detailed road map that not just government agencies and contractors but any organizations can use as a model. Moreover, CISA released its last fall, a roadmap for agencies to transition to a zero-trust architecture. official federal strategy Zero Trust Maturity Model For example, when it comes to Zero Trust, the NIST that (i.e., ). These are core Zero Trust components, such as National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) has guided maps relevant Zero Trust components to CSF functions, categories, and subcategories NIST SP800–27 policy engines, administrators, enforcement points. Another helpful resource is the whitepaper from NIST — , which describes how to leverage CSF and the (SP800–37) to migrate to a Zero Trust Architecture. Planning for a Zero Trust Architecture NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Below are some best practices to start. 1. Understanding the Protection Surface (Yes, Not the Attack Surface) It is a norm to begin a risk assessment with attack surface analysis. For example, security professionals usually start looking at the potential attack surface: Where is the perimeter? How might someone break-in? What is the possible method to do it? With Zero Trust, things are a little bit different. According to NIST's , starting from the data and applications - are recommended. or the perimeter, thus easier to defend. Planning for a Zero Trust Architecture the highest value and highest risk users and assets The protection surface is also much smaller than the attack surface In ZTA, you will not find any perimeter to safeguard but put a "micro-perimeter" around assets. Those are the best areas to start adopting Zero Trust principles. As a result, you have complete control over who accesses the critical assets, how they access them, and when they access them. Secure each protection surface in a method appropriate to protect the surface. Prioritize what to protect based on criticalness against your business goal. After you implement Zero Trust on one or more non-critical protection surfaces, you may not know all of the applications in your data center when you start, but you know your most critical applications. After that, until you reach your cybersecurity goals. move on to the next set of protection surfaces on the priority list 2. Maximizing Visibility - You Can't Protect What You Can't See According to CISA's , before organizations can implement Zero Trust around , they need complete visibility - to understand how everything connects to everything else. Zero Trust Maturity Model four enforcement points (identities, devices, networks, applications, and data) Users, devices, and services are all connected to data centers. It's a complex environment that is only made more complicated by the cloud if organizations try to implement enforcement without understanding how this environment behaves, which results in security gaps or broken workflows. Once they get complete visibility, they can begin . Many essential technologies might already be used and need modernizing with orchestration and policy engines. to understand what trust and enforcement policies they need 3. Building The New Boundary: Micro-segmentation Data centers are traditionally good at managing networks and surrounding environments. But according to NIST SP800-207: a differential segment is how to create a "micro-boundary" in the data center; This is similar to the allowlist of the legacy system. , Zero Trust Architecture Only pre-approved traffic flows can pass. In the case of building a Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), the principle is the same, but the network . Therefore, the micro-segmentation policy should be and have the capability segment and boundary will be much more miniature de-coupled from the existing network architecture to scale at ease. Besides that, the allowed list is based on policy, not IP Addresses. Maintaining a network, firewalls, and rules are busy enough to try to preserve across micro-segments. As a result, manual work can no longer solve this problem. For example, modern Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions use machine learning (ML) or artificial intelligence (AI) to understand the traffic pattern and access logic to help organizations create automated access policies. 4. Aligning Identities No matter which framework or model you choose to follow, identity is the foundation of Zero Trust security. It requires pivotal components, such as Identity origination means knowing where all the identities come from. Not only user identities, but also: identity origination and role-based access controls. service accounts application sessions ephemeral identities cloud assets Zero Trust mandates authenticating the identity before providing secure access, which is impossible with legacy solutions like VPNs. A Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP) or ZTNA goes beyond validating the IP address, continually evaluating security risk based on device posture, location, time, roles, and permissions before granting access. Moreover, as we no longer have a "digital network" or "digital services." Still, we now have a whole "digital ecosystem" that keeps expanding. Suppose we want to remain secure while realizing these new channels or efficiencies or agility. In that case, we need to adopt Zero Trust Architecture — the size and shape of our digital footprint are changing, using the lens of identity to see potential risks and inform where we draw the "perimeter." Identity-based Zero Trust continually monitors every access request made by all users to any resource in the system. The Zero Trust model ensures a thorough audit trail for compliance and policy enforcement, whether on-premise or cloud. Every time an identity – human or machine – attempts to access an asset, a risk analysis is performed based on its behavior during the session and other contextual parameters. To efficiently and effectively manage the entire security posture, it makes more sense to have a to determine policy, view posture, enact compliance, and respond to risk. single, holistic view of organizational identities 5. Reducing Attack Surface Remote workers accessing your network increase the attack surfaces on a new scale. Before any security incident happens, the security team should find ways to reduce the attack surface to minimize exposure. It is also the core of the non-threat-based security operation (or you can think about what the fireman does when there is no fire?) Internally, a micro-segmentation approach gives a secure 1:1 connection to authorized resources. Anything unauthorized to the identity in question is invisible and inaccessible. Thus, reducing lateral movement and preventing insider threats.' We can also apply Zero Trust security outside the organization to protect against external cyber threats and attacks. For example, your mobile and connected workforce are flooded with phishing attempts, . We can further reduce the attack surface by: the root cause of most cyberattacks during COVID proactively mapping your digital footprint (mentioned above), monitoring communication channels for attack indicators (optimal with threat intelligence), and rapidly mitigating identified threats (including patching). Final Words: Cybersecurity vs. Cyber-Resilience Among all Zero Trust models - Google's , Gartner's , NIST , and by Forrester, which This brings the idea of cyber-resilience, and I would like to finish this article with this concept. BeyondCorp CARTA SP800–207 ZTX assumes that being compromised is inevitable. The main difference between Cybersecurity vs. Cyber-Resilience is the focus of response. In cybersecurity, we have DR/ BCP to ensure organizations can resume operations as fast as possible. However, In response to this concept, NIST released a special publication , " " It is the first in a series of specialty publications developed to support — the flagship Systems Security Engineering guideline. the main focus of cybersecurity is still on preventive controls. SP800–160 volume 2 Developing Cyber Resilient Systems — A Systems Security Engineering Approach. NIST SP 800–160 Volume 1 Achieving is not the endgame but an endless journey. Organizations must push their limits, prepare for the worst, and hopefully, although near to impossible, identify vulnerabilities before adversaries. Like the fighter who will face multiple opponents who take different approaches to beat him, he will spar with those who emulate his upcoming opponent. cyber-resilience A resilient security architecture is one where defenders maintain maximum visibility across their enterprise: attacks are detected early, contained, and expelled before attackers realize their objectives; and rapid response and recovery from any incidental damage. It's an approach more adaptable to today's dynamic business factors of today's enterprise where digital and cloud transformation, as an example, are generally more cost-effective. Doing all the above does not immediately turn your organization into the most secure one but helps you embrace most executives' security goal in 2023 - Zero Trust Architecture. Today, we have to admit that the question is ­although this stays important. Instead, the priority should be once an attack occurs. no longer how to keep bad actors out how to recover as quickly as possible to "business as usual" Thank you for reading. May InfoSec be with you🖖.

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Relationship with Security and the Convergence of the Legacy and Modern Identity Solutions Identity is becoming less of a tool and more of a strategic framework to secure digital assets and protect data privacy. As a result, Identity and Access Management (IAM) vendors are looking to grab a more significant percentage of the business for growing market share. Identity protects digital assets, supports digital transformation initiatives, and bolsters Personal Identifiable Information (PII) privacy, using NIST-based security standards (i.e., )and best practices. In addition, it enables organizations to centrally manage their expanding perimeter of SP 800–63 mobile and work from anywhere users and on-premises, multi-cloud, and hybrid infrastructure. Another push factor of the convergence is the promotion of (ZTA). Solutions like SASE would heavily rely on authentication as the first tier of protection. Thus, using an identity platform to manage accounts across organization applications would be more than necessary. Zero Trust Architecture What Is Identity and Access Management (IAM)? IAM is an essential part of cybersecurity security that manages digital identities and . defines IAM as: user access to an organization’s data, systems, and resources Gartner …the discipline that enables the right individuals to access the right resources at the right times for the right reasons. As a critical security function, IAM allows companies to respond to changes in the business and become more proactive in anticipating identity-related access risks that result from the dynamic business environment. According to the : 2020 Identity and Access Management Report 72% of organizations prioritize security over operational efficiency (52%) and breach prevention (47%) as the critical drivers for developing an IAM program. Looking forward, organizations equally prioritize investment in multifactor authentication (52%) and privileged access management (52%), followed by identity management and governance (49%). Role-based access control continues to be the most deployed IAM capability for 71% of organizations, followed by single sign-on (58%) and user monitoring (51%). Lack of automation (43%) and lack of skilled staff (41%) are the two biggest challenges regarding managing access in organizations, followed by not utilizing available technologies (33%). When selecting an IAM solution, 72% of organizations prioritize ease of integration above end-user experience (62%) and product performance/effectiveness (61%). A solid approach to IAM enables organizations to mitigate risks, improve compliance, and increase efficiencies across the enterprise. That’s why managing proper access through the correct IAM framework goes a long way towards supporting risk management within the organization. The Identity Pillars Identity plays a pivotal role within an organization’s security posture. However, stakeholder roles are spread across IT infrastructure, security operations, and compliance to manage regulatory risk. First, identity solution has three distinguished pillars: Identity Governance Administration (IGA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Access Management (AM). of the three pillars are critical to ensure all applications, systems, APIs, policies, and processes are working smoothly with each other. Automation and interoperability Nowadays, there are dozens of vendors that offer one of these pillars. In the past, they referred to their products as However, many now call the identity of their as they start building more integrated capabilities. These are vendor-specific platforms, and . “identity tools.” “products platforms” no vendor offers an identity platform with complete AM, IGA, and PAM capabilities What is Access Management (AM)? (IAM) solution strengthens security and reduces risk by carefully Most access management solutions include tools for administering access privileges and tracking login attempts and access activity. They should be able to help organizations better manage (IAAA): controlling access to on-premises and cloud-based applications, services, and infrastructure. Identification, Authentication, Authorization, and Accountability. It also ensures selected users have authorized access to the specific resources at the correct period for valid reasons. Security vendors and solution providers offer two different types of access management solutions. — to authenticate and authorize employees and contractors to access corporate applications and IT systems. Workforce Access Management — to authenticate and authorize consumers and clients to access public-facing applications and services. Customer Access Management What is Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)? IGA is both a policy framework and a set of security solutions that enable organizations to mitigate identity-related access risks within their business effectively. IGA automates creating, managing, and certification user accounts, roles, and access rights for individual users in an organization. With IGA, companies can streamline user provisioning, password management, policy management, access governance, and access reviews within their business. Considered as part of IAM, IGA offers organizations increased visibility into users’ identities and access privileges. Thus, they can adequately manage . who has access to what assets and when What is Privileged Access Management (PAM)? PAM is considered a critical security control that enables organizations to simplify defining, monitoring, and managing privileged access across their systems, applications, and infrastructure. Because administrator accounts have elevated privileges that can access sensitive data and execute applications or transactions — often with little or no tracking control — it can be challenging to manage privileged accounts. PAM solutions centralize the management of administrator profiles and ensure least privilege access is enforced. Among AM, IGA, and PAM, PAM is the most narrowly defined but has the significant responsibility for mitigating identity-related access risks related to privileged access. While user access for resources, systems, and applications across the organization, Below are three specific types of privileged accounts: AM and IGA focus on more comprehensive PAM defines and controls access for privileged users. Root or Administrator Accounts: These accounts possess full authority over systems and have no restriction for accessing services or data residing on a server. They are considered the most valuable targets for threat actors. System Accounts: These accounts are used for running operating system services and can modify the relevant files and configurations. They are typically provisioned with the operating system. Service/Application Accounts: These accounts are used for running processes and applications through automated, often unattended tasks. They frequently own or have access to data, resources, or configurations not available to non-privileged users. Security and Identity — Zero Trust Identity management began with synchronizing LDAP accounts, which was a small corner of an organization’s IT. Apart from security, it was more about efficiency. It took over a decade to become mainstream knowledge, but now conventional wisdom draws the security perimeter at identity. The difficulties of determining the perimeter to an organization’s IT infrastructure were highlighted , discussing the trend of what was later coined “De-Perimiterisation.” In 2009, Google implemented a referred to as . by the Jericho Forum in 2003 Zero Trust Architecture BeyondCorp Zero Trust is a security mindset centered on the idea that organizations should not automatically trust anything inside or outside their perimeters and, alternatively, must verify anything and everything trying to connect before granting access. Broadening the Definition of Identity Identity started with a focus on humans. Thus, identity is something that can describe a person with a consistent set of details/attributes. But in the era of digital transformation, it is not limited to human identity only. Conventional IAM architectures have relied primarily on the ability to authenticate user credentials to a directory store and grant fine-grained access to business applications based on statically assigned privileges, regardless of any inherent risk posed by a user. This model no longer reflects an IT landscape in which a mobile workforce can use unmanaged smart devices from anywhere in the world to access sensitive data in cloud-hosted business applications. According to a study, As a result, implementing risk-based controls to manage non-employee identities’ lifecycle is even more significant for employees. Ponemon 59% of all breaches are linked to a third party and often involve the misuse of non-employee identities. In many organizations, non-employee identities are unmanaged by IAM processes and controls since traditional identity solutions have focused solely on employee populations and used HR system data to make access decisions. However, there is often no authoritative source to drive the identity lifecycle or the risk assessment for non-employees. These gaps mean that it is not unusual for non-employee identities to be overprovisioned and difficult to audit and remain active for several years after a user’s termination. Another essential characteristic of non-employees is that they aren’t just contractors, vendors, and B2B users. The increasing adoption of microservices, RPA, and , such as those used by devices and bots, to be managed with the same rigor as human-owned identities. Zero Trust Architectures require non-human worker identities If you can define an object’s identity, you can apply security to that object by setting security rules which is, after all, why identity is the no-longer-new perimeter. Below are some examples of the new definition of identity: APIs (with a unique key) Cloud Workloads (with a unique assigned “code) IoT (with a “unique serial number) The Importance of Bringing Identities Together Organizations are undergoing a different stage of digital transformation everywhere. Whether it is: modernizing the platforms, trying to launch a data center in the cloud, or trying to manage manufacturing IoT devices more efficiently; Because of that, We no longer have a “digital network” or “digital services,” but we now have a whole “digital ecosystem” that keeps expanding. the size and shape of our digital footprint are changing. Suppose we want to remain secure while realizing these new channels or efficiencies or agility. In that case, we need to adopt Zero Trust Architecture — But, unfortunately, this can lead to an explosion of new security tools and interfaces and dashboards and monitoring and logging and alerting…And all of them are the burden of the IT team. using the lens of identity to see potential risks and inform where we draw the “perimeter.” Even with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), things slip through the cracks if you control multiple distinct interfaces to evaluate organizational risks. For example, say using User and entity behavior analytics, or UEBA, to help monitor abnormal behavior of users. However, mapping all the profiles of users and their interactions with different assets would be time-consuming and erroneous. To efficiently and effectively manage the entire security posture, it makes more sense to have a to determine policy, view posture, enact compliance, and respond to risk. single, holistic view of organizational identities The next wave of IAM solutions needs to evaluate Those capabilities will require organizations to implement risk frameworks that incorporate activity, behavioral analytics, device, geolocation, data sensitivity, and identity proofing into their existing access policies. It will also require, at a minimum, a heightened focus on mitigating the risks posed by non-employee access. inherent and contextual risk when granting sensitive data and applications access. The adoption of risk-based IAM will not be easy or quick. For most companies, it will be a transformative, multi-year journey. But in today’s IT landscape, There is no more remarkable example than the risks exposed every day by breached organizations because they failed to manage non-employee access effectively. identity and risk can no longer be considered autonomous of each other. The Potential Challenges of Convergence It is fair to say that convergence can be good for vendors but challenging for users. For many organizations, the prospect of any software platform conversion means Also, product convergence eliminates competition, potentially leading to higher prices and fewer choices. more costs, more and possibly different licenses, and added usage. Apart from financial investment, there are also technical challenges. For example, IGA is the most mature identity technology, while PAM is the least mature. Integrating them means having a centralized platform to share the user profiles and other attributes in both ways. By definition, one of the core principles of a zero-trust architecture is “Trust no one and verify everything.” Unfortunately, zero trust builds some friction into the user experience since additional layers of authentication, such as multifactor authentication, are required. One way to get around this friction is by that doesn’t require users to authenticate their identity further when it’s not necessary. implementing adaptive authentication, a context-based approach The above example is a challenge that identity platforms face if they have joined together various capabilities and critical functions without focusing on the user experience. Ideally, the answer is to even if the underlying technology changes. Then, if a particular vendor needs to be swapped out, users are never impacted. have a consistent user interface, Final Words While today there is a fractured identity landscape, over the next 3–5 years, I expect convergence of the IGA, PAM, and AM pillars. In addition, security vendors are beginning to expand their offerings through partnerships, technology acquisitions, vendor convergence, and in-house development through organic expansion of capabilities. A comprehensive identity platform allows for a common user experience across multiple applications and systems (both legacy and modern). In addition, it will enable consumers and distributed workforces to use the same authentication method to access applications and resources across different enterprises. Also Published Here

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