Smarter Pen Testing with Threat Intel
Summary
This BrightTALK InfoSec session, presented by Hold Security's CISO Alex Holden, discusses how to improve penetration testing by incorporating real-world threat intelligence. The session aims to help organizations build a more resilient security posture by simulating realistic cyber threats and moving beyond the limitations of traditional pen testing. Attendees will learn techniques to incorporate attack simulations and build a proactive security posture.
IFF Assessment
This promotes better security practices, which benefits defenders.
Severity
Defender Context
This article highlights the importance of aligning penetration testing with current threat landscapes. Defenders should consider incorporating threat intelligence to simulate realistic attacks, focusing on vulnerability exploitation, ransomware, and social engineering. This proactive approach helps identify and remediate weaknesses before they can be exploited by real-world attackers.