What measures are used to protect the applications at risk? (1)

 

Although the application security threats are changing, the enterprise scale is different, and the impact of security events related to the application is also different, however, if the enterprise has not deployed security protection measures for the application, it is time to hurry up. This will have a positive impact on the Enterprise.

Data thieves first log on to the website with their credit card numbers retained. after entering the website, they will insert various account numbers into a text string located in the address bar of the browser, to redirect between different accounts. The hacker's code system automatically performs such operations in large quantities so that it can capture key private data.

In terms of application security, this problem is called direct object reference. Attackers can manipulate direct references to an internal implementation object (such as a file, directory, or database key) to access unauthorized data.

This article will guide enterprises to focus on application security and take measures to defend the application.

Why do we have to solve the security problems of applications?

Successful enterprises can benefit from application security. There are many reasons for this. The first is the dynamic attributes of application security threats. According to reports, nearly half of the reported security vulnerabilities are related to Web applications. The company should not only deal with all kinds of notorious vulnerabilities, new vulnerabilities (such as vulnerabilities in mobile platform applications) should also be addressed ). Second, the scale and types of typical application software combinations. Many enterprises use hundreds of application types, including various internal software development, as well as open-source software, commodity software, and outsourcing software. In addition, the substantial impact of a security event brings about a higher cost. The probability, frequency, and impact of application security events are high. Timely solving this type of event can effectively reduce costs.

Where to start

Based on its functions, let's look at the important measures that can effectively solve application security problems one by one:

1. Confirm the application portfolio

As mentioned above, enterprises use a wide variety of applications, and with business changes, they are increasing almost every year. Moreover, the number of end users using applications is also increasing. These factors will greatly increase the possibility of Internet-oriented enterprise applications being attacked and penetrated. Obviously, first, we need to investigate the existing applications of the enterprise.

2. Identify the greatest risks

Almost no company can fix the security vulnerabilities of all applications at the same time. In fact, not all application vulnerabilities are the same (think back to the possibilities, frequency, and economic impact of each security event ). Therefore, the most appropriate approach is to give the highest priority to the greatest risk.

For example, Web-based front-end applications,. NET applications, Java-based Web applications, and Web2.0 applications are considered by many companies as the most risky programs. With the increase in Enterprise Mobile devices (such as smartphones and tablets), it is foreseeable that enterprise-level mobile applications will jump into highly risky applications in the near future.

3. understand and use your own tools

Penetration Testing, application vulnerability scanning, and manual source code check are the most common technologies in the application security field. In addition, there are static source code analysis and dynamic source code analysis.

The company should not only know which technologies and tools are being used, planned, and evaluated, but also know which tools are related to similar companies to achieve better results. The performance and results should be combined with the capabilities, processes, and technologies of personnel to provide the best protection.

4. Select the best Deployment Solution

There are multiple solutions available for enterprises to choose from. For example, local software, on-demand solutions, or software as a service (SaaS ). The selection of enterprises should be transferred by skilled security technicians within the company; for example, for some enterprises, TaaS (test as a service) it may be the most cost-effective way to get started. For other companies, local dynamic testing may be the most appropriate method, and working with external experts needed by the company is a wise way to ensure success.

Establish clear rights and responsibilities

Requiring a management or team to take charge of the security of an enterprise-wide application is critical to ensuring the sustainable development of the enterprise's business. For example, do developers spend part of their time solving high-risk vulnerabilities identified by application vulnerability scanning and penetration testing tools?

 

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