Cover Your SaaS: Evaluating SaaS Vendors for Cyber Risk
Summary
The article discusses the inherent cyber risks associated with Software as a Service (SaaS) adoption. It highlights that while SaaS vendors manage infrastructure, the customer still retains the risk. The content aims to provide best practices for evaluating SaaS vendors and common pitfalls in vendor risk assessments.
IFF Assessment
The article focuses on improving defensive posture by providing guidance on evaluating third-party risk, which is beneficial for defenders.
Defender Context
As more organizations adopt SaaS solutions, it's crucial for defenders to understand that the security of these services is a shared responsibility. Thorough vendor risk assessments are essential to identify and mitigate potential attack vectors that could originate from third-party applications.