About this episode
This episode discusses the emerging risks of SaaS in cybersecurity and practical steps for security leaders to mitigate these risks.
Security leaders are facing a new reality: SaaS has become the path of least resistance for attackers. As organizations adopt thousands of third-party applications and shift sensitive data into public infrastructure, traditional security approaches are struggling to keep up. In this episode, we explore why SaaS risk has emerged as a critical battleground, how it differs from legacy infrastructure risk, and where many organizations are still falling short. We also examine how attackers are evolving their tactics, the emerging risks introduced by AI-powered SaaS features, and what practical steps CISOs can take to regain control. Tune in for actionable guidance on prioritizing, partnering with the business, and building a more resilient SaaS security strategy.
People in this episode
Host: RSAC
Topics covered
- SaaS risk
- cybersecurity
- AI-powered features
- security strategy
- third-party applications
Keywords
- SaaS
- cybersecurity
- risk management
- AI
- CISO
- third-party applications
- security strategy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: SaaS, CISO, AI
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