Runtime is the real defense, not just posture

Cloud security strategies must evolve to prioritize runtime security due to the dynamic and ephemeral nature of cloud-native environments. Traditional tools like Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) fall short in real-time threat detection, as they were not designed to handle the rapid changes and complexities of cloud infrastructures. Runtime security, on the other hand, offers continuous monitoring and automated responses to live threats, effectively reducing detection and response times from hours or days to mere minutes. This approach not only improves the mean time to detect (MTTD) and mean time to respond (MTTR) but also reduces costs associated with breach recovery by addressing threats as they occur. While posture management remains important, it should complement, rather than lead, a robust cloud security strategy that adapts to the fast-paced cloud environment.