Many companies rely on bug bounty programs and external vulnerability researchers to identify security weaknesses. While these initiatives can uncover critical vulnerabilities, they often lead to significant costs and reactive security postures. Paying for each vulnerability discovered encourages a piecemeal approach to cybersecurity, where organizations are continually responding to immediate threats rather than proactively managing their overall risk landscape.
Moreover, this approach can inadvertently empower attackers. By paying for vulnerabilities, organizations may be fostering an environment where attackers are incentivized to find and exploit weaknesses rather than focusing on systemic improvements in security posture.
At Praetorian, we believe that attack surface management should be a foundational capability available to all organizations without cost. ASM is a crucial enablement technology that provides visibility into potential attack vectors, allowing organizations to understand their exposure and take proactive measures. By offering our ASM module for free within the Chariot platform, we aim to shift the focus from reactive vulnerability discovery to proactive risk management.
Our Chariot platform includes a comprehensive attack surface module designed to provide deep insights into an organization’s security posture. One key feature within Chariots ASM module is GitHub monitoring which includes:
These features, along with many others, are available at no cost, empowering organizations to maintain robust security postures without the financial burden typically associated with vulnerability discovery.
Shifting the Focus to Material Risks
While attack surface management provides essential visibility, the true value lies in the actionable insights derived from this information. In the context of a CTEM program, the goal is not merely to identify potential vulnerabilities but to prioritize and address the most significant risks. This involves:
Attack surface management should be viewed as an integral part of a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy, not a standalone service that incurs additional costs. By offering our ASM capabilities for free through the Chariot platform, Praetorian aims to democratize access to essential security tools, enabling organizations to focus on identifying and mitigating material risks. This proactive approach to vulnerability management and continuous threat exposure management represents the future of cybersecurity, where the emphasis is on strategic risk reduction rather than reactive vulnerability patching.
Learn more about the risks associated with GitHub and how Praetorian is working to mitigate them through our Chariot platform. Empower your organization with the tools needed to stay ahead of potential attacks and shift the focus from vulnerability discovery to proactive risk management.