Moving from Vulnerability Management to Exposure Management

Chapter 4. Implementing CTEM

Implementing CTEM is a strategic process that requires careful planning and organization. It is not a simple matter of “flipping a switch,” but rather a gradual transition that involves significant changes in how an organization manages its cybersecurity risks.

This chapter provides a comprehensive guide on the practical application of CTEM tailored to fit various organizational contexts. It delves into the strategic integration of CTEM into organizational security frameworks, emphasizing how it can be customized to meet distinct operational and security challenges. The discussion is centered on leveraging CTEM methodologies to strengthen security protocols, enhance risk management efficiency, and promote an ongoing culture of security enhancement across all levels of the organization.

This chapter serves as a road map for organizations aiming to bolster their defenses against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats by outlining step-by-step procedures for effectively adopting and adapting CTEM.

Strategically Defining Cybersecurity Scopes

As we discussed earlier, scopes are the specific areas, processes, or assets an organization prioritizes for threat assessment, mitigation, and monitoring. Defining scopes within a business is crucial for effective cybersecurity management in CTEM.

First, by defining scopes, an organization can allocate resources more efficiently. This targeted resource allocation ensures that the most critical assets, which might ...