7 Hilarious Hacks to Dodge Cybersecurity Burnout and Crush Vulnerability Management
Cybersecurity teams, overwhelmed by a surge in vulnerabilities, need a laugh and a plan. At Infosecurity Europe 2025, Jon Ridyard from Axonius offers a remedy with seven best practices for vulnerability management. From gamifying patch management to automating resolutions, his approach aims to avoid burnout while patching up both software and team morale.
Hot Take:
Who knew vulnerability management could be as exciting as a game of Monopoly? If only cybersecurity teams could pass ‘Go’ and collect $200 every time they patch a vulnerability! But alas, the real prize here is avoiding burnout while keeping the cyber baddies at bay! Here’s to turning vulnerability management into the next Olympic sport—complete with triaging hurdles, prioritization relays, and remediation marathons!
Key Points:
- Continuous threat exposure monitoring (CTEM) should be integrated into vulnerability management to avoid a reactive approach.
- Technical scores like CVSS are not enough; context from security, asset, and business perspectives is critical for prioritization.
- Automation can streamline triage and remediation processes, making them more efficient.
- Gamifying collaboration in vulnerability management can incentivize teams and make patching fun.
- Establishing clear metrics and expectations is vital for maintaining a healthy vulnerability management process.