Securing Devices Below the Surface: Insights from the Webinar

Time to read

3 minutes

Author

Kristopher Ford
Product Manager

Date published

July 2025

In our recent webinar, “Securing Devices Below the Surface”, we were joined by a cyber security expert from Bitdefender to examine the evolving threat landscape and emphasise the necessity of a layered approach to endpoint protection. Below is a summary of the key insights discussed:

Understanding the Threat Landscape

Cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Ransomware, living-off-the-land (LotL) attacks, AI-driven threats, and supply chain breaches are all on the rise. These developments highlight the need for more robust security measures that go beyond traditional defence.

The importance of layered security

The necessity of the PDRR model (Prevention, Detection, Response, and Recovery) was emphasised as this approach helps:

Block known threats
Detect what slips through
Contain incidents quickly
Restore normal operations

Focusing on just one of these elements is not enough; only a comprehensive strategy can ensure resilience.

The Role of AI and XDR

AI is not only being used by attackers, it’s also reshaping the defence landscape. Tools like XDR (Extended Detection and Response) provide unified visibility across networks, cloud workloads, and identity platforms. By using machine learning to spot anomalies and automate responses, XDR helps organisations manage an increasingly complex attack surface.

Zero Trust and Least Privilege

Zero Trust Architecture and the Principle of Least Privilege were emphasised as key security practices.

Zero Trust assumes no implicit trust based on location or network.
Least Privilege ensures users have only the access necessary to perform their roles.

Together, these strategies help reduce the risk of breaches due to human error which is a persistent vulnerability in many organisations.

Strengthening Identity and Access Management

Identity is a major target for cyber threats. Tools like Identity and Access Management (IAM), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and passwordless technologies are becoming essential.

According to Bitdefender, 87% of enterprises in the US and UK are now deploying passkeys which is a clear sign that strong identity protection is a top priority.

AI integration and Data Security

As organisations embrace AI, it is crucial to manage the associated risks.

Proper planning and data segmentation can help guard against model context protocol attacks, which exploit the way AI systems interpret language, sometimes leading to data leaks or unintended behaviour.

On a final note

This webinar reinforced the importance of a multi-layered security approach, the role of AI in modern cyber security, and the need for robust identity management. By adopting these strategies, organisations can better protect their environments against evolving threats.

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