ThreatNG Exposure Score
The ThreatNG Exposure Score comprehensively assesses an organization's security posture. Supported by external attack surface and digital risk intelligence, the score provides valuable insights into potential threats and vulnerabilities. It is the total of the combined scores of the following:
BEC and Phishing Susceptibility
Cyber Risk Exposure
Brand Damage Susceptibility
ESG Exposure
Breach and Ransomware Susceptibility
Web Application Hijack Susceptibility
Data Leak Susceptibility
Subdomain Takeover Susceptibility
Supply Chain and Third Party Exposure
Security Rating Knowledgebase
The ThreatNG Exposure Score knowledgebase is a comprehensive resource that provides a detailed description of the Score, its composition, recommendations, and references.
Description
A detailed description of how it is calculated it and the factors substantiating the score.
Score Composition
This section breaks down the factors that make up the ThreatNG Exposure Score and explains how each factor is evaluated and weighted in the overall score calculation.
Recommendations
Provides practical guidance on how organizations can improve security posture and reduce exposure to potential threats. It offers actionable advice for addressing the factors that make up the ThreatNG Exposure Score, such as enhancing network security controls, implementing security solutions, and more.
References
This section lists sources and citations that support the information presented in the knowledge base. These include academic research, industry reports, and other authoritative sources that help to establish the credibility of the ThreatNG Exposure Score and the methodology used to evaluate an organization's security posture.
Cross-Functional
The ThreatNG Exposure Score is a powerful indicator for organizations looking to manage digital risks and protect their assets, reputation, and customer trust.
External Attack Surface Management (EASM)
External Attack Surface Management (EASM) efforts can benefit from the ThreatNG Exposure Score to comprehensively assess an organization's security posture. Combining the X Susceptibility and eXposure categories, the ThreatNG Exposure Score objectively evaluates an organization's potential risk exposure to cyber threats. This information is crucial for EASM efforts to reduce an organization's attack surface by identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities in its digital ecosystem. The ThreatNG Exposure Score is essential for identifying areas of weakness and implementing targeted security measures to improve an organization's overall security posture. By using this score, organizations can proactively manage their external attack surface and reduce the risk of cyber threats.
Digital Risk Protection (DRP)
Digital Risk Protection (DRP) efforts benefit from the ThreatNG Exposure Score because it comprehensively assesses an organization's digital risk exposure. DRP efforts aim to protect an organization's digital assets and reputation by identifying and mitigating digital risks, such as cyber threats, data breaches, and online fraud. The ThreatNG Exposure Score evaluates an organization's susceptibility to various digital risks. By using this score, organizations can identify areas of weakness in their digital ecosystem and implement targeted security measures to reduce their risk exposure to prevent or mitigate the impact of cyber threats and other digital risks, ultimately enhancing an organization's digital risk protection efforts.
Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) and Supply Chain Security efforts can use the score to assess an organization's susceptibility to cyber threats, including supply chain and third-party exposure. The score comprehensively evaluates an organization's overall security posture, including the risks associated with third-party vendors and suppliers. TPRM and Supply Chain Security efforts can use the score to identify potential vulnerabilities in their supply chain and third-party relationships, which can help mitigate risks and improve security. The score can also be used as a benchmark to compare an organization's security posture against industry standards and best practices. The ThreatNG Exposure Score provides valuable insights into an organization's digital risk profile, essential for effective TPRM and Supply Chain Security efforts.
Brand Protection
The ThreatNG Exposure Score is crucial for brand protection as it includes the Brand Damage Susceptibility Score, assessing an organization's vulnerability to security breaches that could harm its reputation. This score considers factors such as the public profile, response plan, and incident management processes to identify potential weaknesses in an organization's brand protection efforts. Moreover, the ThreatNG Exposure Score evaluates an organization's security posture, identifying areas of vulnerability that could damage the brand. By addressing these areas, an organization can reduce the risk of a security breach that could harm its brand. The ThreatNG Exposure Score also provides a benchmark for an organization to measure its brand protection efforts against industry standards and competitors, helping identify areas for improvement.
Due Diligence
The ThreatNG Exposure Score can help due diligence efforts because it comprehensively assesses an organization's security posture, including its susceptibility to various cyber threats. By using this score as due diligence, organizations can better understand the potential risks of partnering with or acquiring another company. For example, suppose the score reveals that the target company is highly susceptible to data breaches or supply chain attacks. This information can inform negotiations and help the acquiring organization protect itself against potential risks. Additionally, the score can identify areas of weakness that may require additional attention or resources to mitigate potential risks.
Security Ratings Use Cases
ThreatNG is a security rating platform enabling businesses to evaluate and monitor their security posture and that of their third-party vendors. By leveraging our extensive security information database, ThreatNG provides valuable insights into potential vulnerabilities and risk exposure, enabling organizations to take proactive measures to strengthen their security defenses. This section will explore some use cases where ThreatNG's security ratings can help organizations better understand their security posture and mitigate risk.