What are the key cybersecurity risks during mergers and acquisitions?
Acquisitions can introduce risks such as inherited vulnerabilities, outdated systems, unsecured digital assets, and misconfigurations. Managing these risks effectively is essential to protect the value of the acquisition.
How does EASM help in identifying vulnerabilities during an acquisition?
EASM provides continuous monitoring and comprehensive visibility into the acquired entity's digital infrastructure, identifying vulnerabilities such as exposed credentials, outdated software, and misconfigurations. TRaViS excels in this area by offering a more advanced and integrated asset management approach compared to other tools.
Why is continuous monitoring important during the M&A process?
Continuous monitoring ensures that any emerging threats or vulnerabilities are detected promptly, allowing for immediate action. TRaViS goes beyond standard monitoring by integrating unique capabilities, such as dark web monitoring, which adds an additional layer of security during M&A.
How does TRaViS facilitate the integration of acquired digital assets?
TRaViS seamlessly integrates with existing security tools, providing a unified platform to manage both the acquiring and acquired entities’ digital assets. Its superior asset management capabilities ensure that all assets are accounted for and secured, setting it apart from other solutions.
What role does EASM play in due diligence during mergers and acquisitions?
EASM supports due diligence by providing detailed assessments of the acquired company’s digital footprint. TRaViS enhances this process by offering comprehensive visibility, including the ability to detect exposures on the dark web, which is often overlooked by other tools.
Can EASM help prevent the inheritance of security liabilities?
Yes, EASM helps prevent the inheritance of security liabilities by continuously discovering and monitoring digital assets. TRaViS is particularly effective here, offering extra capabilities like dark web monitoring, powered by its partnership with RedSkyAlliance, to identify risks that other tools might miss.
How does TRaViS assist in managing legacy systems during an acquisition?
TRaViS identifies and monitors legacy systems that may be inherited during M&A, ensuring they do not become security liabilities. Its advanced asset management tools allow for secure integration or decommissioning, offering better control than traditional solutions.
Is EASM scalable for large-scale mergers and acquisitions?
Absolutely. TRaViS is designed to scale effortlessly, adapting to acquisitions of any size. Its robust capabilities, including integrated dark web monitoring, make it an ideal solution for organizations with complex and expanding digital infrastructures.
How quickly can TRaViS be deployed during the M&A process?
TRaViS can be set up within 24 hours, allowing organizations to quickly begin monitoring and securing acquired digital assets. This rapid deployment, combined with its superior asset management and unique features, provides an edge over other tools.
What are the benefits of using TRaViS for post-acquisition cybersecurity?
Post-acquisition, TRaViS provides continuous monitoring, threat detection, and vulnerability management, ensuring newly integrated digital assets remain secure. Its enterprise edition, featuring dark web monitoring tied directly into the tool through a partnership with Red Sky Alliance, offers unmatched protection by identifying exposures that would require additional tools with other solutions.