Non-Human Identities: The Next Big Headache for CISOs or Just a Clever Plot Twist?
Non-human identities (NHIs) are skyrocketing in enterprise networks, but security teams are sweating bullets. With more NHIs than humans, it’s like giving your apps a driver’s license without teaching them to drive. CISOs are scrambling to secure these digital doppelgangers before hackers take them for a joyride.
Hot Take:
Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are like the introverts of your network — they’re everywhere, misunderstood, and if you’re not careful, they’ll quietly cause chaos. It’s time to give these unsung digital heroes the attention they deserve, or risk turning your enterprise into a hacker’s playground.
Key Points:
- NHIs are now outnumbering human identities in some enterprises by 50-to-1.
- 46% of organizations reported compromises involving NHI accounts in the past year.
- NHIs are critical for seamless app interactions but pose significant security risks.
- Visibility, risk prioritization, and governance are the top challenges in securing NHIs.
- Securing NHIs is urgent due to their increasing power and attractiveness to attackers.
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