Is your organisation still relying on outdated “peacetime” security solution strategies in the face of rapidly evolving cloud threats? Host Brad LaPorte explores answering this question with guest Ory Segal, Technical Evangelist of Cortex Cloud, Palo Alto Networks. They  discuss how the dynamic nature of modern cloud environments and increasing adoption of AI are compelling organisations to move beyond traditional "peacetime" network security measures.

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In this episode of the Security Strategist, Segal explains the difference between securing traditional monolithic applications and modern cloud-native applications. “Modern cloud native applications, beyond the fact that it's deployed to the cloud, entails something completely different,” Segal states, stressing the complexity of various technological layers in cloud services.

Segal also debunks the idea that the traditional approach to “peacetime” security is enough to address the active threats in dynamic cloud environments. He continues to share that while defenders often work in weeks or months, attackers can begin exploiting weaknesses in minutes, further emphasising the need for modern security solutions.

Explore the importance of AI automation in tackling the challenges of cloud security. With organisations unable to keep up with the volume of alerts, AI-driven prioritisation and automated remediation workflows are becoming a must-have, often delivered through a software as a service model. 

Join the conversation as we discuss the shift from static security models to dynamic, real-time protection, and leveraging AI to mitigate cloud security threats and strengthen network protection. Learn what this means for your organisation and how to adapt your cloud security solutions. 

Takeaways

  • Peacetime security is no longer sufficient in modern cloud environments.
  • AI and automation are essential for effective security management.
  • Real-time security platforms can prevent breaches before they occur.
  • Integrating security into the development process is crucial for success.
  • Key metrics include mean time to detect and remediate vulnerabilities.
  • A unified data architecture is vital for effective security operations.
  • Automation can significantly reduce analyst workload and alert fatigue.
  • Organisations should evaluate vendors based on their ability to adapt to evolving threats.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Peacetime Security

03:01 The Evolution of Cloud Security

05:49 Understanding the Attack Surface

09:03 The Role of AI in Security

12:01 Addressing Security Alert Overload

15:12 Real-Time Security Platforms

17:46 Integrating Security into Development

20:47 Key Metrics for Cloud Security Success

24:09 Evaluating Cloud Security Vendors