Nobody Trusts the Security Questionnaire. We Rely on It Anyway.
Summary
The article discusses the widespread reliance on security questionnaires in business-to-business (B2B) transactions, despite a general distrust in their accuracy and effectiveness. It suggests that a better basis for trust between companies is needed, implying current methods are insufficient.
IFF Assessment
FOE
The article highlights the inherent distrust in a common security vetting process, indicating a weakness in how security is assessed and relied upon between organizations.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware that the reliance on self-reported security questionnaires can create blind spots and vulnerabilities. Organizations need to develop more robust and trustworthy methods for assessing the security posture of their partners and vendors.