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Scrape Timestamp (UTC): 2024-06-25 09:47:02.774
Source: https://thehackernews.com/2024/06/how-to-cut-costs-with-browser-security.html
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How to Cut Costs with a Browser Security Platform. Browser security is becoming increasingly popular, as organizations understand the need to protect at the point of risk - the browser. Network and endpoint solutions are limited in their ability to protect from web-borne threats like phishing websites or malicious browser extensions. They also do not protect from internal data exfiltration, like employees pasting sensitive data to ChatGPT. As it turns out, browser security is also a cost-effective security solution, compared to other solutions that require much more budgets and heavy lifting. In a new report, "CISO Testimonials: 6 Real Life Stories of Cutting Costs with a Browser Security Platform", six CISOs testify how browser security allowed them to reduce security team workloads and enhance efficiency and security, with a cost-effective browser security solution. CISO Testimonials Throughout the report, the CISOs reveal the tasks they had on their plate and how they solved them in an efficient manner. These are categorized to six use cases: From Complexity to Granular Simplicity One organization, struggling with the complexity of protecting data across SaaS applications from exfiltration and leaks, transitioned from maintenance-heavy CASB and agent-based DLP solutions to LayerX. The result? A dramatic reduction in TCO and granular protection down to text typing and form filling within the browser. Another CISO highlighted the challenges of managing browser security, including keeping browser versions up-to-date and preventing malicious extensions, across both managed and unmanaged devices. With LayerX, they now enjoy a comprehensive view of browser versions, users, and profiles, automating the detection and prevention of security weaknesses. Recognizing the importance of the human element in security, one organization shifted from traditional training methods to real-time notifications through LayerX. This proactive approach has proven far more effective in preventing risky browser activities. Read all testimonials and use cases, in the CISO's own words, in the report. Continuous Attack Surface Discovery & Penetration Testing Continuously discover, prioritize, & mitigate exposures with evidence-backed ASM, Pentesting, and Red Teaming.
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Browser security solutions are emerging as a cost-effective method to protect against web-related threats where traditional network and endpoint security fall short.
Such platforms specialize in combating threats from phishing websites, malicious browser extensions, and internal data leaks, like sensitive information being shared wrongly.
A new report details testimonials from six Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) who have switched to browser security platforms, resulting in reduced operational costs and increased efficiency.
Transitioning from using CASB and agent-based DLP solutions to lighter, more agile browser security frameworks like LayerX has significantly decreased Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and improved granular data protection.
CISOs benefit from easier management of browser security, such as keeping browser versions up-to-date and protecting against harmful extensions on both managed and unmanaged devices.
Some organizations have shifted from traditional training to employing real-time notifications on browsers using solutions like LayerX, which has proven effective in mitigating risky online behaviors.
The report emphasizes the continuous need for discovering, prioritizing, and mitigating new exposures through advanced security methods like Attack Surface Management (ASM), penetration testing, and Red Teaming.