Did you know that nearly 70% of organizations have faced cyberattacks originating from unknown or unmanaged internet-facing assets?
This shows how dangerously blind many security teams are to hidden risks.
That’s why attack surface visibility is mission-critical. And it’s precisely what FortifyData does for its users. It helps CISOs eradicate those shadows by delivering complete visibility, precise risk prioritization, and proactive defense.
Without Attack Surface Management Software, You Can’t Protect What You Can’t See
Your attack surface is growing faster than you think, and without the proper attack surface visibility, it’s nearly impossible to defend.
FortifyData has become the go-to attack surface management software platform for CISOs because it doesn’t just show you where risks are; it helps to prioritize remediation efforts based on your business context to help you act on them before they become breaches. Here are the seven reasons why CISOs choose FortifyData for cyber asset attack surface management.
1. Complete Coverage Across All Assets
One of the biggest challenges for CISOs is knowing exactly what assets they have exposed online. You would be surprised to learn how many organizations don’t continuously track their external attack surface posture (via annual audit/pentest or supplied quarterly free tool), but only track what’s in their internal inventory, but hackers look for every possible opening.
FortifyData scans across all environments: cloud, on-premises, and hybrid, so nothing is missed. It identifies websites, servers, APIs, and forgotten systems that are still online. This means you always have an up-to-date map of your attack surface.
Research shows that 73% of security incidents occur because companies are unaware of an existing asset. FortifyData’s attack surface risk management solution eliminates this problem by keeping asset discovery continuous. This is one of the main reasons CISOs choose FortifyData.
2. Real-Time Alerts That Actually Matter
Many security tools overwhelm teams with too many alerts. Most are low priority and waste time. This is called “alert fatigue,” and it makes teams miss real threats. FortifyData focuses only on alerts that matter.
It uses risk-based prioritization to send notifications for high-impact vulnerabilities or threats that need fast action. For example, if a server is exposed and there is a known active exploit AND it’s more critical to operations than others, you get an alert immediately.
FortifyData reduces the noise and only shows the most important risks. With fewer but higher-quality alerts, CISOs can focus resources where they are needed most. This improves both speed and accuracy in handling security threats.
3. Executive-Level Compliance Tracking
Compliance is not just paperwork; it’s proof that your security meets regulations. Without it, companies risk fines and legal issues. FortifyData makes compliance easier with ready-made dashboards and automated tracking.
It supports standards like ISO 27001, NIST, HIPAA, DORA and more. You can see your cybersecurity risk rating score, based on direct vulnerability scanning, in real time and download reports instantly. This saves hours of manual work. If auditors request proof, it’s already ready.
Companies can be fined $5,000 to $100,000 per month if they fall out of compliance. FortifyData’s continuous and automated cyber GRC platform addresses this by keeping all assessments and findings linked to compliance data, updated automatically. CISOs like this because it reduces stress during audits and keeps the organization always ready.
4. Continuous Threat Intelligence Integration
Cyber threats change daily. New vulnerabilities are discovered, and attackers quickly try to exploit them that’s why the enrichment of your asset inventory and vulnerabilities with cyber threat intelligence can be a game changer.
28.3% of newly reported CVEs are exploited within one day, according to new research. This means organizations must react fast.
FortifyData integrates live threat intelligence feeds into its platform. This way, your attack surface visibility is always updated with the latest risks. If a new high-risk vulnerability is found that affects your assets, or lessor CVSS identified CVEs can be linked but they’re on critical systems, you’ll know immediately.
Without live intelligence, you could miss important threats. CISOs prefer FortifyData because it combines asset discovery with fresh intelligence, giving them a complete and current view. It’s like having a constant news feed for your security risks.
5. Customized Reporting for the Boardroom
CISOs must communicate business risks which means translating or presenting often technical data to a non-technical crowd. FortifyData solves this by creating clear and visual reports that are easy to understand with the option to understand financial risks of cyber threats as part of our cyber risk quantification module.
Charts, graphs, and plain language summaries show the security posture and the return on security investments. These reports help CISOs get funding for tools, staffing, and new initiatives. They also make it easier to show progress over time.
Instead of long spreadsheets, or green/yellow/red charts, FortifyData turns data into visual insights that fit in a board meeting. This is a big reason CISOs choose the platform.
IT Security & Risk Management Associate in the Education Industry gives FortifyData Cyber Risk Management Platform 4/5 Rating in Gartner Peer Insights™ Vulnerability Assessment Market.
Read the full review here.
6. Proactive Risk Prioritization
Not all vulnerabilities are equally dangerous. Some are hard to exploit, while others are actively being used by hackers. FortifyData’s attack surface visibility helps CISOs decide which vulnerabilities to fix first. It looks at exploitability, business impact, and the value of the affected asset.
This ensures time and resources are used wisely. For example, if a vulnerability exists on a critical customer database and is actively exploited in the wild, it will get the highest priority.
Studies show 60% of breaches happen because known vulnerabilities were left unfixed for too long. Prioritization solves this by making sure the most dangerous threats are handled first. CISOs like this because it reduces risk faster.
Chief Information Officer in the Education Industry gives FortifyData Cyber Risk Management Platform 5/5 Rating in Gartner Peer Insights™ Vulnerability Assessment Market.
Read the full review here.
7. Scalable for Your Growth Rate
As businesses grow, their attack surface grows too. New offices, new cloud systems, and new markets mean more potential entry points for attackers. Spreadsheets and point solution security tools slow down or lose accuracy as the environment gets bigger.
That’s not the case with FortifyData. It is built to scale without losing performance. Whether you have one site or a global network, it provides consistent visibility. For companies expanding into new regions, this is important.
See Everything Before Attackers Do with FortifyData
In today’s cyber landscape, blind spots are dangerous. This is why CISOs are shifting to tools that give them complete, real-time attack surface visibility.
FortifyData doesn’t just find assets. It connects that visibility with live threat intelligence, compliance tracking, and risk prioritization. You get fewer but more accurate alerts, and the confidence that nothing is slipping through the cracks.
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FAQs
1. How can I reduce false positives in attack surface monitoring?
False positives waste time and drain resources. To reduce them, use platforms with advanced filtering and contextual risk scoring, like FortifyData. It prioritizes alerts based on asset sensitivity and actual threat data. This way, your team only acts on risks that truly matter.
2. Can attack surface visibility help with compliance audits?
Yes. Visibility tools can automatically map your assets to compliance requirements like PCI DSS, HIPAA, or ISO 27001. FortifyData generates audit-ready reports showing asset inventories, vulnerabilities, and remediation actions.
