Governance & Risk Management,
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Standards, Regulations & Compliance
Ed Parsons from Integrity Discusses the Impact of Regulations on Security Approaches
The Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS2 Directive) is catalyzing significant advancements in vulnerability management throughout Europe. Ed Parsons, the Chief Operations Officer at Integrity, notes that organizations are increasingly collaborating with crowdsourced security communities and ethical hackers to uncover vulnerabilities prior to their exploitation. This proactive approach enables businesses to stay ahead of potential threats.
According to Parsons, the regulation emphasizes better asset discovery and necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the entire attack surface. This includes unmanaged or previously undisclosed systems pertinent to shadow IT vulnerabilities, which have often been overlooked in traditional security measures.
“There have been notable improvements in vulnerability management, driven largely by NIS2 as it encourages organizations to shift from reactive to proactive security postures,” Parsons remarked.
In a recent video interview with Information Security Media Group, Parsons elaborated on various topics, including the strides European organizations have made toward NIS2 compliance. He also addressed prevailing misconceptions regarding bug bounty programs and highlighted the key challenges organizations encounter in their compliance efforts.
Parsons brings a wealth of experience to his role, having recently served as Vice President of Global Markets and Member Relations at ISC2, the largest cybersecurity membership organization globally. His previous positions include executive vice president of consulting at F-Secure and director at MWR Security, which was acquired by F-Secure in 2018. His career began at KPMG U.K. as a senior manager in cybersecurity, after starting as a management consultant at the firm.
The implications of regulations such as NIS2 are significant for businesses, demonstrating the regulatory landscape’s demand for enhanced security measures. As organizations adjust to these changes, understanding the associated MITRE ATT&CK adversary tactics becomes crucial for successfully navigating the evolving cybersecurity landscape.
