Attack Surface Management

Enhance your situational awareness, bolster your asset inventory, and delve deeper into your understanding of vulnerabilities and risks with Rootshell Security’s Attack Surface Management assessments. Rootshell ASM Solution is a blend of managed services, consultancy and our comprehensive platform. Our Managed Services includes regular vulnerability assessments, asset discovery and social engineering assessments all managed by an expert security personnel. Furthermore, our RedForce Penetration Testing team deliver bespoke security assessment engagements from in-depth web application testing to exhaustive OSINT exercises.

Attack Surface Management (ASM) involves the identification, assessment, and the much needed, reduction of potential vulnerabilities and entry points within an organization’s systems, networks, applications, personnel, processes and infrastructure. Essentially we need a framework to stitch all this information together, to make sense of the data and most importantly, have the ability to ask questions of the data.

Effectively employing attack surface management helps enhance an organization’s security posture and reduces the likelihood of successful cyberattacks. By having the ability to create and nourish a central point of collation, Attack Surface Management becomes a very powerful framework.

Enhance your situational awareness, bolster your asset inventory, and delve deeper into your understanding of vulnerabilities and risks with Rootshell Security’s Attack Surface Management assessments. Our comprehensive platform offers continuous exploit monitoring, reinforced by ongoing discovery scans and penetration testing, enabling you to leverage our expert team, advanced technology, and exhaustive methodology. This harmonious integration empowers you to unearth and remediate potential threats and vulnerabilities before malicious actors seize the opportunity.

In the context of ASM, understanding the various types of attack surfaces is essential for organizations to protect their digital assets and enhance their defensive structure. An attack surface refers to all the possible points where an unauthorized user or threat actor can try to enter or extract data. These surfaces are categorized mainly into three types:

Physical Attack Surface:

The physical attack surface includes tangible elements like computers, servers, network devices, and other hardware components. Security teams must be vigilant about ports such as USB interfaces and other physical interaction points. For instance, unsecured server rooms or data centres can be exploited by malicious actors for unauthorized access, leading to potential data breaches. Ensuring robust physical security measures is a key aspect of comprehensive attack surface management.

Digital/Network Attack Surface:

This type encompasses all the digital assets that are connected to a network, including web applications, cloud services, and various internet-facing assets. Digital surfaces are dynamic and constantly evolving, especially with the increasing adoption of cloud computing. For example, a new web application deployed by an organization adds to its digital footprint and potentially introduces new vulnerabilities. Continuous monitoring and vulnerability management become crucial in safeguarding these digital assets against external threats.

Human Attack Surface:

The human attack surface refers to the potential security risks that arise from employee actions or behaviour. This can include susceptibility to phishing attacks, poor password management, or inadvertent disclosure of sensitive data. Threat actors often exploit human elements as one of the primary attack vectors. Training and awareness programs are vital in reducing this type of attack surface, making it an integral part of a holistic security strategy.

Addressing Diverse Attack Surfaces:

To effectively manage these diverse attack surfaces, organizations must employ a robust EASM strategy. This includes asset discovery, implementing cybersecurity solutions, and fostering a culture of security awareness. By recognizing and securing each type of attack surface (internal and external), businesses can significantly mitigate the risks of cyber-attacks and strengthen their overall security posture.

Rootshell’s Attack Surface Management (ASM) service, in conjunction with Continuous Penetration Testing, offers a robust approach to identifying and managing vulnerabilities. It includes a comprehensive Vulnerability Management process and external Asset Discovery, providing a detailed overview of potential risks within an organization’s attack surface. Our Asset Discovery feature is particularly vigilant, monitoring for Typosquat domain and subdomain alterations, changes in public IP port/protocol configurations, and any signs of credential leakage, ensuring a proactive defence against evolving cyber threats.

• We offer tailored ASM solutions, considering each organization’s unique needs, objectives, and risks.
• Our focus isn’t just on vulnerability detection but also on effective risk mitigation, providing actionable insights.
• We present findings in clear reports, aiding clients in decision-making.
• Knowledgeable in compliance and industry regulations, we ensure that assessments meet relevant standards.
• We advocate for ongoing ASM with continuous monitoring to stay ahead of threats.
• Recognizing budgetary needs, our services are cost-effective without sacrificing quality. Our strong industry reputation guarantees trust and effectiveness in securing digital assets.