Kaspersky has announced the launch of the new External Attack Surface module within its Digital Footprint Intelligence DFI service, available directly in the Threat Intelligence portal. This enhancement introduces External Attack Surface Management EASM capabilities, giving security teams the visibility and control they need to stay ahead of cyber adversaries by continuously monitoring and securing their organization's external perimeter.
The exploit of public-facing applications has been the main initial vector of attack for many years. According to Kaspersky Incident Response report, last year they once again ranked first, accounting for 39 of incidents. Moreover, over 90 of the vulnerabilities exploited by attackers in 2024 were published more than a year ago, indicating that the attacked organizations had ineffective update policies.
As organizations expand their digital presence across cloud services, external applications and shadow IT, the need for continuous discovery and monitoring of internet-facing assets has become critical. The new module helps address this challenge by monitoring exposed infrastructure, uncovering weak points such as outdated software or open ports and assigning risk scores that guide security teams in prioritizing remediation according to business impact.
