WithSecure launches proactive cyber security tool at SPHERE event

WithSecure, a name in proactive cyber security, has announced the launch of its new tool, WithSecure Elements Exposure Management. This innovative solution aims to offer a comprehensive view of cyber risks, aiding businesses in identifying and mitigating digital exposures with a proactive approach. The announcement was made at SPHERE, WithSecure's annual co-security unconference, where the company also revealed the immediate onboarding of its first partners.

WithSecure Elements Exposure Management is designed to provide continual and proactive protection against potential breaches. By leveraging 360-degree visibility of an organisation's attack surface, this tool facilitates the swift remediation of high-impact exposures. Key to the solution's efficacy is exposure scoring and AI-enabled recommendations, which enable users to act on potential threats before cybercriminals can exploit them.

The emphasis on a proactive approach is a direct response to the increasingly hybrid environments in which modern organisations operate. Mika Lindroos, Product Director of WithSecure Exposure Management, highlighted the limitations of traditional reactive security measures. "This reactive mentality turns activities like penetration testing, threat intelligence management, and vulnerability scanning into an endless laundry list of to-dos without clear priorities. Exposure Management puts you ahead of attackers and regulatory burdens with exactly the intelligence you need right when you need it," said Lindroos.

A recent report from the European Digital SME Alliance underscores the urgency of this proactive shift, detailing a 57% rise in cyber attacks across Europe. Businesses' expanding digital footprints, along with the increasingly sophisticated nature of cybercrime, make it imperative for companies to optimise their security resources efficiently.

Lindroos explained, "With our Exposure Management dashboard, you get a unified view of your attack surface, the business-critical assets at risk, and actionable steps that help you eliminate the choke points that attackers love to exploit. And our AI-powered recommendation engine is like having analysts hunting for attack paths into your organisation twenty-four hours a day."

Tailored specifically for mid-market businesses and their security service partners, WithSecure Elements Exposure Management offers flexibility in its deployment. It is available through WithSecure Elements Cloud and can be managed either by a trusted service provider or in-house, allowing companies to adapt the solution to their specific cybersecurity needs.

WithSecure has a storied history in cyber security. Originally known as F-Secure Business, the company has been a mainstay in European cyber security since its foundation in 1988. WithSecure's rebranding signifies its commitment to evolving from a traditionally reactive stance to a more proactive and forward-thinking approach in the industry.

This shift to a proactive model ensures that organisations are not just reacting to threats but are anticipating and neutralising them preemptively. The launch of WithSecure Elements Exposure Management represents a significant step in this paradigm shift, aiming to empower businesses with the tools and intelligence necessary to stay a step ahead of cyber adversaries.

The new solution also aligns with WithSecure's broader commitment to privacy, data sovereignty, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that businesses can protect their digital assets while adhering to European data protection standards.