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Date Published
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Detectify
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1666
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Summary

Domain takeover and hacking pose significant threats to a firm's digital infrastructure, with vulnerabilities often existing in overlooked areas such as subdomains, unpatched applications, or misconfigured cloud services. Jasmin Landry from Detectify highlights the importance of implementing External Attack Surface Management (EASM) systems to improve security by providing visibility into all potential entry points, including third-party domains and SaaS software. EASM differs from traditional vulnerability scanning by focusing on detecting web assets that should not be externally accessible. Ethical hackers, through bug bounty programs, play a crucial role in identifying these vulnerabilities by continuously monitoring web assets. The evolving nature of attack surfaces, influenced by new and old attack vectors, requires organizations to stay vigilant and proactive in their cybersecurity measures. Companies like Detectify offer tools that automate security insights from ethical hackers, helping organizations manage digital exposure and mitigate the risk of breaches. Despite its capabilities, EASM is not a complete solution but provides essential insights into a network's security posture, enabling organizations to prevent potential breaches and protect their data.