The security and control effectiveness of server workloads and end-user endpoints is more critical than ever. Security and risk management leaders need tailored strategies to address the unique threats – and validate control effectiveness against those threats.
As per the recent Gartner® report, “Security operations staff often inherit security tools and security configurations that they do not fully understand and may be afraid to change if everything works well on the surface.” For this reason, security configuration and mismanagement is often the weakness that allows for a security breach.
The report emphasizes the need to:
- Prioritize hardening, configuration, vulnerability, and exposure management
- Implement distinct security strategies for server workloads and end-user endpoints
- Test and validate controls to continuously identify and prioritize exposures with tools such as breach and attack simulation (BAS)
By aligning security controls with the specific needs of server workloads and end-user endpoints, organizations can significantly enhance their security posture and operational efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
- Separate evaluation and prioritization of security capabilities for server workloads and end-user endpoints.
- Focus on hardening, identity protection, and preemptive security scanning for server workloads.
- Improve detection and response capabilities through centralized security operations.
- Proactively assess and validate security controls
For detailed insights and practical recommendations, download the full Gartner® report.