Attack Surfaces: The Art of Defense

By Deputy Director, Department of Defense

When it comes to defense, you can't just throw up your hands and say, "I'm defenseless!" No, no, no! A good defense is like a well-crafted soufflé: it's all about layers and layers of protection.

But what is an attack surface, you ask? It's like the surface of a cake: it's the part that's most vulnerable to attack. And just like a cake, you can decorate it, you can frost it, you can even add some sprinkles to distract the attacker.

Our Top 5 Attack Surfaces

The Unpatched Firmware

The Exposed API

The Default Password

The Unsecured Network

The Unattended Server

Don't be defenseless! Learn more about our top 5 attack surfaces and how to protect yourself from the evil forces of chaos.

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