Demystifying Cloud Privilege Escalation and Lateral Movement

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Tue Oct 08 2024 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Demystifying Cloud Privilege Escalation and Lateral Movement

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud security, privilege escalation and lateral movement present significant threats that can compromise the integrity of your cloud environment. Cloud Security tools such as Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPPs) or Cloud Security Posture Management Platforms (CSPMs), are effective at identifying point-in-time vulnerabilities and misconfigurations, providing visibility into your inherent security risk posture. AiStrike complements these platforms - focusing on the investigation of real-time alerts and providing targeted response automation capabilities.
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