Are Automated Testing Tools Truly Reducing Risks?

In an era where cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, automation has become a crucial tool in the defense arsenal of many organizations. However, with increased reliance on automated tools comes new challenges and risks. Are these tools making security systems safer, or are they introducing new vulnerabilities and liabilities?

Join us for an in-depth round table discussion to explore a range of critical topics, including:

• False Sense of Security: Are we over-relying on tools? What happens when automated tools fail to flag real threats amidst an overwhelming number of false positives, or worse, miss them entirely?
• Over-Marketing of Tool Capabilities: Are the promises of “one-size-fits-all” tools leading to complacency in security strategies? Are there gaps between marketing claims and real-world functionality?
• Plug-and-Play vs. Business-Specific Configurations: Are organizations misled by the "plug-and-play" marketing, only to find that tools need extensive tuning to their specific environments? We’ll discuss the importance of business-specific configurations and tailored implementation checklists.
• Automation Beyond Testing: Where else can automation be applied within cybersecurity? We’ll look at areas beyond traditional security tests, including incident response and patch management automation.

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