Discover the Unknown with ASM Security for Attack Surface Reduction

External network pentesting delivers deep point-in-time analysis of a defined scope, while ASM continuously discovers assets and exposures; together they close gaps from unknown assets.

Spreadsheets and fragmented point tools can't keep pace with today's expanding external attack surface. The article explains why manual asset inventories break down and what modern ASM requires.

Vulnerability scanners only cover known assets; pairing them with attack surface management adds discovery of unknown internet-facing exposures, better prioritization, and fewer false positives.

A buyer's guide to attack surface management platforms: six must-have features, from discovering unknown internet-facing assets and shadow IT to expert analysis that prioritizes remediation.

ESG research finds 52 percent of businesses say security operations are harder than two years ago; the piece breaks down digital, human, and physical attack surfaces and how ASM closes the gaps.

Webinar recap with Forrester's Erik Nost on external attack surface management: continuous discovery and prioritization of exposures complements pentesting, plus criteria for evaluating EASM vendors.