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Closing the cloud security gap with runtime security

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Date Published
Author
David Huckaby
Word Count
1,293
Language
English
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Summary

David Huckaby discusses the importance of integrating runtime security with posture-based security to close gaps in cloud security. While posture-based security focuses on preventive measures by ensuring proper configurations and addressing known vulnerabilities, it is insufficient against dynamic and evolving threats like zero-day vulnerabilities, supply chain attacks, and insider threats. Runtime security complements this by providing real-time detection and mitigation of threats, acting as a last line of defense during active attacks, and offering full visibility into system activities. Huckaby emphasizes that a comprehensive cloud security strategy should involve both approaches, as they work together to provide a multi-layered defense, allowing organizations to adapt to new threats and maintain a secure environment. Sysdig, leveraging the open-source foundation of Falco, leads in offering advanced runtime protection, helping numerous Fortune 500 companies secure their cloud environments effectively.