Learning from Failure: The Importance of Vulnerability Management
Introduction In today’s digital landscape, vulnerabilities in software, systems, and networks can have devastating consequences. According to a report by IBM, the average cost of a data breach is around $3.92 million. Despite this, many organizations still neglect to prioritize vulnerability management, leaving themselves open to cyber threats. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of vulnerability management and what we can learn from past failures. The Consequences of Neglecting Vulnerability Management In 2017, the Equifax breach exposed the sensitive information of over 147 million people. The breach was caused by a vulnerability in the Apache Struts software, which had been patched two months prior. However, Equifax had failed to apply the patch, leaving them open to attack. This breach highlights the importance of vulnerability management and the consequences of neglecting it. According to a report by Verizon, in 2020, 80% of breaches were caused by vulnerabilities that had been known about for over a year. ...