Identity: The Third Phase of Security Operations.

In the digital age, the spotlight on information security is shifting from traditional host-based systems to the crucial realm of identity, especially with the surge in cloud adoption. Recent breaches, like the one perpetrated by Storm-0558 against Microsoft's cloud in 2023 and the alarming $2 billion loss from identity-centric Business Email Compromise scams in 2022, underscore the pressing need to address identity security. As businesses increasingly entrust third-party cloud platforms with their operations, the question arises: Are we inadvertently compromising our security? It's time companies take proactive measures by demanding transparency from cloud providers or investing in robust in-house monitoring solutions. In today's interconnected world, mastering identity security is not just about protection; it's a business imperative.

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