Direct internet exposure is a misleading metric. Just because core infrastructure assets don't have public IP addresses doesn't mean they are safe from lateral movement.
Last week saw cyberattacks on U.S. water systems, critical TeamCity and Cisco flaws, npm supply chain malware, AI agent security failures, passkey attacks and major cybercrime cases.
Traditional perimeter security isn't enough anymore. Microsegmentation offers a different approach to stopping threats that breach your network defenses.
Real-world network segmentation mistakes cause boundaries to erode over time, turning routine changes and hidden dependencies into costly operational failures.
Zero Trust fails when segmentation relies on static policies and legacy tools. Identity-driven microsegmentation and automation address critical security gaps.
Attackers do not need a complete network map after a breach. They need one workable route to broader access, higher privilege, or valuable systems and data.
Perimeter scans do not tell the whole story. If a compromised management host can reach your core systems, your network is only one hop away from a major incident. True containment requires closing those hidden lateral paths.
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Mike Syiek President, NetworkTigers Inc. www.networktigers.com 1029 S. Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA 94402 +1 415.537.6950 x241 Direct +1 800.430.6950 x241 Freefone +1 415.378.2851 Cell | Signal | WhatsApp Email: mike@networktigers.com
