Key Data Signals to Monitor
Vulnerability Scan Data
Direct intelligence from scanners detailing CVEs, severity scores (CVSS), and the specific systems affected. This is your foundational layer.
Asset Inventory Info
A complete, continuously updated inventory of all hardware, software, and cloud assets. It provides the business context for every vulnerability.
Network & Flow Data
Anomalous traffic, unusual port activity, or communication with malicious IPs can indicate an attempted or successful exploit in real-time.
Log Files & Security Events
Rich data from firewalls, OS, apps, and SIEMs. Failed logins, errors, and system alerts often point to underlying security weaknesses.
Threat Intelligence Feeds
External context on new exploits, zero-days, and attacker TTPs. This helps you prioritize vulnerabilities that are actively being targeted in the wild.
Endpoint (EDR) Data
Deep visibility into endpoint activity, including process creation and file modifications, signaling a successful local exploit.
From Signal to Action: The Lifecycle
Gather Intelligence
Collect data from all sources: automated scanners, SIEMs, TIPs, and EDR solutions. Centralize this intelligence for a unified view of your environment.
Prioritize with Context
Move beyond CVSS. Correlate threat intel and asset criticality to fix what matters most, first. Focus on vulnerabilities that are exploitable and on critical systems.
Act and Remediate
Execute remediation through patching, configuration changes, or applying compensating controls. Automate workflows to accelerate response times.
Measure and Improve
Track key metrics like Mean Time to Detect (MTTD) and Remediate (MTTR). Use this data to refine processes and demonstrate program effectiveness.