Attack Surface Management – Network Armor for Every Business

Devices and people play an important role in shaping the attack surface. In this blog, we will focus particularly on devices. This is due to the rapid development of digital technologies, which are becoming an integral part of our daily lives and business. In this regard, information protection is becoming an increasingly high priority. Most hacking incidents occur due to a range of vulnerabilities at the perimeter that evade detection, such as uninstalled updates on servers, errors in database configurations, and unmonitored “shadow” IT.

One of the key aspects in cybersecurity is Attack Surface Management (ASM). ASM is a relatively new concept and involves a strategy aimed at identifying and protecting all points of access to your network and information from potential cyber threats.

Keep reading to learn more about attack surfaces and how to reduce the attack surface in your organization. 

The Advantages of ASM 

In simple terms, when an administrator cannot accurately determine the number of IP addresses and subdomains under his control, this becomes a signal to use attack surface management (ASM). If a company has only two IP addresses and three domains, then it is possible that checking the entire infrastructure manually will not be difficult and will not require a significant investment of time and resources. However, when doubts begin to arise regarding the number of domains or IP addresses, then Attack Surface Management must be applied. This technique allows you to automate the process of identifying and managing all elements of the attacked surface, providing more accurate and comprehensive protection against cyber threats

The internal functionality of the scanner may differ between products, but in a general sense it performs the same tasks:

Dangers on the horizon: Small-to-Medium Business 

Many small-to-medium-sized companies often underestimate the threat of cyber attacks. However, statistics show the opposite: about 43% of cyber attacks occur specifically against them. The paradox is that only 14% of such companies have adequate protection measures. Companies with 10 to 500 employees most often suffer significant losses as a result of an attack.

In a small company, maintaining records and updating data in scanners can be relatively easy. However, as the company grows and expands, the process becomes more complex. Often, new assets are included without documentation, resulting in lapses in security scanning.

This can lead to a false sense of security when scanners show everything is fine, when in reality, there are unaccounted-for assets. This situation creates the risk of security breaches that could be an unpleasant surprise for the organization in the future. Therefore, it is important to carefully maintain asset records and regularly update information in scanners to avoid such situations.

Keep Your Company Safe with Effective Attack Surface Management.

To effectively protect your network, it is recommended to thoroughly study the IT environment and evaluate all elements of the attack surface. This will allow you to develop a defense strategy focused on preventing incidents and promptly responding to them.

Although reducing the attack surface may seem difficult, it is necessary to reduce the risk of cyber attacks. By investing in cybersecurity early on, companies can save millions of dollars. Gartner strongly recommends increased investment in continuous vulnerability monitoring (EASM) tools. Ready to reduce your attack surface? Find out how Omreon can help with this by contacting us at presales@omreon.com

How to Unlock Hiring Potential with Omreon & SecureFlag

Our blog provides an in-depth look at the unique partnership of Omreon & SecureFlag, which goes beyond simply providing educational materials. It offers a comprehensive approach to professional development with personalized learning, ongoing support, and access to an active community of like-minded professionals. This ensures that employees not only acquire new skills but also receive the resources and support necessary to succeed in their roles.

   “ When a candidate enters IT or changes jobs, he expects that he will not only find himself in a market where he will look for the products of the future but also find a place where his professional future will be more attractive than his present.
         The role of HR personnel here is to develop the company by finding ways to increase people’s desire and enthusiasm for work. We want to help employees realize their potential, create a development plan, and provide the necessary tools.
         In the IT world, training is a continuous process that requires employees not only to improve technically but also to be psychologically prepared for constant growth. Even if you have a full set of hard skills and passed testing with 100% last year, improvement is still necessary. This is due to annual innovations, new programs, and technologies. Therefore, undergoing training and regular assessment are extremely important.”   – Merve Nur Aslan / Psychologist & HR Sp. at Omreon

Functional Testing

When it comes to assessing candidates for a job vacancy, traditional methods such as interviews and resume screening only scratch the surface. To truly evaluate a candidate’s abilities, especially in technical positions, user testing becomes a powerful tool.

It is used to assess hard skills, knowledge of skills in the professional field. We identify academic and functional knowledge, abilities, and skills to understand how effectively the employee will perform the job. Also, functional testing is used for periodic evaluation to understand promotion eligibility, job fit, and further training.

Benefits of Tech Talent Assessment

SecureFlag platform offers effective tools for assessing technical talents, and assisting employers in making informed hiring decisions. It enables comparison of candidates’ results and saves time by conducting assessments in an automated mode, significantly reducing the hiring process duration. This approach helps identify both candidates’ strengths and areas needing improvement, facilitating the selection of the most suitable candidates, thus enhancing the quality of new hires and reducing the risk of unsuccessful hires. By evaluating candidates’ technical skills and abilities, these tools can also help predict their success in specific roles. In summary, SecureFlag aids companies in finding top candidates and improving the overall personnel selection process.

Transforming Corporate Training Practices

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying ahead requires more than just traditional training methods. It demands innovative approaches that engage employees and equip them with practical skills. This is precisely what the collaboration between Omreon and SecureFlag aims to achieve.

More and more companies are realizing the need to manage this process effectively. If we break down the process into three stages, it looks something like this:

● Identifying specialist requirements and understanding needs
● The training process itself
● Monitoring and evaluation

Through corporate training, employees update their knowledge and skills, while the company gains the specialists it needs without resorting to external hiring.

SecureFlag in Action:

Bringing together Omreon’s expertise in providing individual IT solutions with the innovative training platform SecureFlag, this ensures an unparalleled dynamic learning experience. Instead of passive learning and dull training sessions, teams can immerse themselves in interactive practical learning modules that simulate real-life scenarios, allowing them to apply their skills in a safe and controlled environment.

Hard Skills Spotlight

User testing gives candidates an idea of the real-life tasks they will be expected to perform on the job. Secureflag simulates a desktop environment using a real code editor. By immersing candidates in scenarios that mirror real-life workflows, fully customized development environments built on demand and accessible through a web browser, recruiters can evaluate how well candidates adapt to job requirements.

The training complex is designed for Frontend Developers, Backend Developers, API Developers, Desktop App Developers, DevOps Engineers, Cloud Engineers, Build/Release Engineers, and QA Engineers.

From Novice to Cyber Commander

Training Labs provides training in secure programming using a wide range of specially designed virtualized laboratories, providing an engaging learning experience. These labs are browser-based, so access to them and work is very fast.

As a result, developers quickly master the necessary skills and knowledge, reducing errors in code writing, learning how to eliminate existing vulnerabilities, and prevent vulnerabilities from arising in the future. The most important aspect of SecureFlag is that you can customize your labs according to the needs of your business.

Tournaments and Community Events

The tournament fosters friendship and competition within the team, allowing them to demonstrate their new secure coding skills! Teamwork is a key element of successful teams. Increase developer engagement in your organization. Compete effectively and improve your secure coding skills. Share earned points and certificates.

Conclusion:

User testing can be easily automated, streamlining the hiring process and saving time for both recruiters and candidates. With Secureflag’s specialized user testing software, recruiters can effectively conduct tests and analyze the results. Using a platform to train professionals is an important asset for an organization. It provides effective tools for developing staff, improving their skills and adapting to rapidly changing market demands. This allows the company to remain at the forefront of its industry, providing a competitive advantage and successfully achieving business goals. A professional learning platform that develops professional skills, drives growth and innovation, and improves employee efficiency and productivity. 

SecureFlag is a proud OWASP Partner, providing training for all OWASP members alongside its Enterprise edition for corporate clients.

To get more insight into Secureflag, contact us: presales@omreon.comOmreon’s team of experts is ready to help you to revolutionize your workplace!

Quantum Intelligence: A Game-Changing Point for Business

Quantum AI is an incredible field of artificial intelligence that combines quantum mechanics and machine learning. Its application provides new opportunities for solving complex problems, optimizing processes, and creating innovative solutions for the future of humanity. Implementing quantum technologies requires expertise and understanding of their applicability in business. Companies are advised to develop their own expertise or establish partnerships with relevant specialists. Experts should carefully monitor the market and applications in the field of quantum computing, as well as consider them in comparison with other types of computing.

There are five main stages from initial acquaintance with the idea of quantum AI to its implementation in practice. This path is common among various business enterprises and does not depend on the industry.