The ins and outs of threat emulation

Traditional security testing often provides only a static snapshot of an organization’s defenses, relying primarily on hypothetical scenarios and vulnerability scanners to identify potential weaknesses. While these methods provide some value, they often fall short in simulating the dynamic and evolving tactics used by real adversaries.

Threat emulation, on the other hand, takes a realistic approach to assessing an organization’s security posture. This advanced testing methodology goes beyond identifying vulnerabilities to evaluate the effectiveness of an organization’s overall defense strategy. By emulating attacker behavior, security teams can prioritize mitigation efforts, optimize resource allocation, and make more informed decisions about cybersecurity investments. Essentially, threat emulation allows organizations to close the gap between their current security posture and the level of protection needed to thwart modern cyber attacks.

Andreas Costis

Chapter Lead of the Adversary Research Team at AttackIQ.

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