From 17,000 to 1.1 Million Assets: How Lumen Technologies Rebuilt Exposure Management at Scale
Summary
A survey revealed that only 45% of organizations consolidate their asset and exposure data into a single view, highlighting significant inaccuracies in enterprise asset inventories. Lumen Technologies is presented as a case study on how they scaled their exposure management from 17,000 to 1.1 million assets.
IFF Assessment
This article discusses improving asset visibility and exposure management, which are crucial defensive capabilities for organizations.
Defender Context
This article underscores the critical importance of accurate asset inventory and exposure management for effective cybersecurity. Defenders need to ensure their organizations have a comprehensive understanding of all assets and potential vulnerabilities to prioritize and mitigate risks effectively. Inaccurate inventories can lead to blind spots, leaving critical systems exposed to threats.