Comprehensive Vulnerability Response Solutions Mitigate Cyber Threats

 

The proliferation of cyber threats and the rising complexity of digital ecosystems have emphasized the importance of comprehensive vulnerability response through management solutions. In the realm of such technologies, ServiceNow’s 2023 release of Vulnerability Response stands out, adding new functionality to its Vulnerability Workspaces that aids in risk detection and mitigation. In an era where the average data breach cost is $3.86 million, according to IBM Security’s 2020 Cost of a Data Breach Report, the stakes have never been higher.

What does the 2023 ServiceNow release bring to the table to bolster organizations” cyber defenses and ensure a streamlined vulnerability response?

In this ServiceNow Vulnerability Response Release Notes Series video, Thirdera’s Ammar Mustafa-Syed and Dave O’Brien walk through the new features added to Vulnerability Workspaces and demonstrate how these functionalities could redefine an organization’s approach to risk and security management.

Highlights from the presentation include the following:

  • New visualization features of vulnerability management that provide an all-encompassing view of an organization’s security health
  • An in-depth exploration of the creation and management of watch topics, remediation efforts, and tasks for different types of vulnerabilities
  • An examination of the IT Remediation Workspace, highlighting its role in aiding efficient vulnerability remediation efforts

Ammar Mustafa-Syed, an acclaimed cybersecurity expert, is known for his rich risk and security management insights. With a distinguished career in cybersecurity spanning over a decade, he has shared his expertise in leading industry conferences and is a regular contributor to various cybersecurity publications.

Dave O’Brien, a seasoned IT professional, has a reputation for his technical acumen and a deep understanding of vulnerability management. His background includes key roles in several Fortune 500 companies where he implemented comprehensive risk management strategies, earning him industry-wide recognition for his contributions.

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