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Beyond Traditional Pen Testing for Continuous Risk Assessment | A Brand Story Conversation From RSA Conference 2024 | A Hadrian Story with Rogier Fischer | On Location Coverage with Sean Martin and Marco Ciappelli
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In the latest episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin engages with Rogier Fischer, co-founder and CEO of Hadrian, to delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. The discussion navigates through the intricacies of modern cybersecurity challenges and how Hadrian is providing innovative solutions to tackle these issues. Sean Martin sets the stage by emphasizing the importance of operationalizing cybersecurity strategies to manage risk and protect revenue. Rogier Fischer shares his journey from an ethical hacker working with Dutch banks and tech companies to co-founding Hadrian, a company that leverages advanced AI to automate penetration testing.
Fischer highlights the limitations of traditional cybersecurity tools, noting they are often too passive and fail to provide adequate visibility. Hadrian, on the other hand, offers a proactive approach by simulating hacker behavior to identify vulnerabilities and exposures. The platform provides a more comprehensive view by combining various aspects of offensive security, enabling organizations to prioritize their most critical vulnerabilities.
One of the key points Fischer discusses is Hadrian's event-driven architecture, which allows the system to detect changes in real-time and reassess vulnerabilities accordingly. This ensures continuous monitoring and timely responses to new threats, adapting to the ever-changing IT environments. Another significant aspect covered is Hadrian's use of AI and machine learning to enhance the context and flexibility of security testing. Fischer explains that AI is selectively applied to maximize efficiency and minimize false positives, thus allowing for smarter, more effective security assessments.
Fischer also shares insights on how Hadrian assists in automated risk remediation. The platform not only identifies vulnerabilities but also provides clear guidance and tools to address them. This is particularly beneficial for smaller security teams that may lack the resources to handle vast amounts of raw data generated by traditional vulnerability scanners. Additionally, Hadrian's ability to integrate with existing security controls and workflows is highlighted. Fischer notes the company's focus on user experience and the need for features that facilitate easy interaction with different stakeholders, such as IT teams and security engineers, for efficient risk management and remediation.
In conclusion, Rogier Fischer articulates that the true strength of Hadrian lies in its ability to offer a hacker’s perspective through advanced AI-driven tools, ensuring that organizations not only identify but also effectively mitigate risks. By doing so, Hadrian empowers businesses to stay ahead in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Top Questions Addressed
- What drove the creation of Hadrian, and what gaps in the cybersecurity market does it fill?
- How does Hadrian's event-driven architecture ensure continuous risk assessment and adaptation to changing environments?
- How does Hadrian leverage AI and machine learning to improve the effectiveness of penetration testing and risk remediation?
Learn more about Hadrian: https://itspm.ag/hadrian-5ei
Note: This story contains promotional content. Learn more.
Guest: Rogier Fischer, Co-Founder and CEO, Hadrian [@hadriansecurity]
On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogierfischer/
Resources
View all of our RSA Conference Coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/rsa-conference-usa-2024-rsac-san-francisco-usa-cybersecurity-event-infosec-conference-coverage
Are you interested in telling your story?
https://www.itspmagazine.com/telling-your-story
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Manage episode 429224889 series 2972571
In the latest episode of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast, host Sean Martin engages with Rogier Fischer, co-founder and CEO of Hadrian, to delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. The discussion navigates through the intricacies of modern cybersecurity challenges and how Hadrian is providing innovative solutions to tackle these issues. Sean Martin sets the stage by emphasizing the importance of operationalizing cybersecurity strategies to manage risk and protect revenue. Rogier Fischer shares his journey from an ethical hacker working with Dutch banks and tech companies to co-founding Hadrian, a company that leverages advanced AI to automate penetration testing.
Fischer highlights the limitations of traditional cybersecurity tools, noting they are often too passive and fail to provide adequate visibility. Hadrian, on the other hand, offers a proactive approach by simulating hacker behavior to identify vulnerabilities and exposures. The platform provides a more comprehensive view by combining various aspects of offensive security, enabling organizations to prioritize their most critical vulnerabilities.
One of the key points Fischer discusses is Hadrian's event-driven architecture, which allows the system to detect changes in real-time and reassess vulnerabilities accordingly. This ensures continuous monitoring and timely responses to new threats, adapting to the ever-changing IT environments. Another significant aspect covered is Hadrian's use of AI and machine learning to enhance the context and flexibility of security testing. Fischer explains that AI is selectively applied to maximize efficiency and minimize false positives, thus allowing for smarter, more effective security assessments.
Fischer also shares insights on how Hadrian assists in automated risk remediation. The platform not only identifies vulnerabilities but also provides clear guidance and tools to address them. This is particularly beneficial for smaller security teams that may lack the resources to handle vast amounts of raw data generated by traditional vulnerability scanners. Additionally, Hadrian's ability to integrate with existing security controls and workflows is highlighted. Fischer notes the company's focus on user experience and the need for features that facilitate easy interaction with different stakeholders, such as IT teams and security engineers, for efficient risk management and remediation.
In conclusion, Rogier Fischer articulates that the true strength of Hadrian lies in its ability to offer a hacker’s perspective through advanced AI-driven tools, ensuring that organizations not only identify but also effectively mitigate risks. By doing so, Hadrian empowers businesses to stay ahead in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Top Questions Addressed
- What drove the creation of Hadrian, and what gaps in the cybersecurity market does it fill?
- How does Hadrian's event-driven architecture ensure continuous risk assessment and adaptation to changing environments?
- How does Hadrian leverage AI and machine learning to improve the effectiveness of penetration testing and risk remediation?
Learn more about Hadrian: https://itspm.ag/hadrian-5ei
Note: This story contains promotional content. Learn more.
Guest: Rogier Fischer, Co-Founder and CEO, Hadrian [@hadriansecurity]
On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogierfischer/
Resources
View all of our RSA Conference Coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/rsa-conference-usa-2024-rsac-san-francisco-usa-cybersecurity-event-infosec-conference-coverage
Are you interested in telling your story?
https://www.itspmagazine.com/telling-your-story
619 episoder
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