Is your cybersecurity really covering all the bases?
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Let’s face it: Cybersecurity needs a makeover
Cybersecurity threats aren’t what they used to be. Attacks are increasingly sophisticated, and the stakes keep climbing. Yet, many companies are still working with piecemeal solutions that cover a few areas and leave huge blind spots elsewhere. If your security strategy is limited to one line of defense, you’re missing out on a holistic approach that goes beyond just threat detection and response.
From protecting applications and data to managing identities and forensic investigations, cybersecurity today demands a lot more than patching yesterday’s gaps. OpenText’s approach is designed to give you the full picture—not just a few puzzle pieces.
The full spectrum of security: What it means and why it matters
- Threat detection and response: Stopping threats in their tracks is critical, but traditional detection tools have limits—most only respond after a breach has occurred. OpenText’s Threat Detection and Response solution flips that on its head, proactively scanning for signs of unusual behavior long before they escalate. Our insights don’t just end here; they feed into other layers of protection, fortifying them to defend against similar attacks in the future.
- Digital forensics and investigation: When a cyber incident occurs, it’s not just about cleanup. Our Digital Forensics tools dive deep, analyzing attack vectors, patterns, and vulnerabilities, turning every incident into a learning opportunity. These findings directly improve our Application Security, IAM, and Data Privacy protections, reinforcing areas where attackers have previously found success.
- Application security: Because code is the new frontline: Applications aren’t just assets; they’re entry points. Vulnerabilities within application code are gold mines for attackers. OpenText’s Application Security solutions build protection right into the development pipeline, embedding security at every stage from code to deployment. With continuous vulnerability scanning and automated testing, we’re protecting software integrity before it ever goes live. Threat insights from our detection and forensics tools continually refine AppSec parameters, making it more resilient with every incident.
- Data privacy and protection: Data is the new currency, and protecting it is non-negotiable. OpenText combines encryption, compliance tracking, and automated data management so you’re always a step ahead. We go beyond just blocking unauthorized access; our protections adapt based on threat patterns and forensic learnings, securing data even better over time.
- Identity and access management (IAM): Access control isn’t as simple as password protection. Today’s IAM challenges involve balancing access with security, making sure the right people get in while keeping bad actors out. OpenText’s IAM solutions go beyond the basics, integrating adaptive access controls and multi-factor authentication that dynamically adjust based on context. With insights from threat detection and digital forensics, IAM policies evolve to better handle emerging risks.
Why piecemeal cybersecurity isn’t enough anymore
Security can’t live in silos. Too many organizations rely on separate solutions for separate challenges, and it’s failing them. A fragmented approach adds complexity, increases costs, and leaves gaps. OpenText’s integrated cybersecurity platform isn’t about throwing more tools at the problem—it’s about creating a unified defense that’s continuously learning and improving.
Why OpenText is the right partner for comprehensive security
A constant feedback loop for continuous improvement
We don’t just detect threats and move on. Every incident analyzed with our forensics and response solutions informs the broader protection strategy, updating Application Security, IAM, and Data Privacy defenses. It’s a self-improving system, making your security ecosystem smarter with each new challenge.
Built for today’s security needs, not yesterday’s
We’re not here to help companies “get by” with outdated tech. Our suite spans the full range of security needs, all working in sync to provide a seamless and scalable solution.
Advanced automation and AI, not busywork
With machine learning and analytics, OpenText enhances detection, response, and proactive threat hunting, keeping teams on the front foot instead of putting out fires.
Ready to move beyond “good enough” security?
The stakes have never been higher, and a “good enough” approach just doesn’t cut it. OpenText’s cybersecurity solutions are built for those ready to move past patchwork solutions. With integrated Threat Detection and Response, Application Security, Data Protection, IAM, and Digital Forensics, we’re helping businesses not only defend but grow smarter and more resilient over time.
In a world where threats aren’t slowing down, it’s time for cybersecurity that learns, evolves, and protects holistically. Ready to future-proof your security? Check out our portfolio of cybersecurity products.
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