The platform is designed to address three security policy challenges commonly faced by businesses. Credit: Shutterstock Cybersecurity startup Discern Security has announced the launch of a new AI-powered security policy management platform. The California-based company operates as “policy intelligence hub” that leverages AI capabilities to monitor and optimize security controls across multiple cybersecurity tools, it said as part of its stealth emergence announcement. Security policy has always been important for security leaders, but with the growth and implementation of diverse security technologies and services, it’s never been more vital. According to Microsoft, large organizations use an average of 75 security solutions, with a growing recognition among cybersecurity leaders that managing multiple vendors and tools can be burdensome for IT teams. What’s more, patchwork solutions can create dangerous blind spots by leaving valuable security insights siloed in separate dashboards, providing an opportunity for threat actors. The advancement of AI adds complexity, particularly the explosive emergence of generative AI and its application by a growing number of security vendors in their offerings. Given generative AI’s unique capabilities as well as its significant risk factors, some argue that organizations need to implement security policies dedicated to the use of the technology. Platform addresses three common security policy challenges Discern’s platform is designed to address three security policy challenges commonly faced by businesses, the firm said in a press release. First, it empowers organizations to maximize the efficacy of their security investments by enhancing the performance of existing products. Second, it alleviates the industry-wide shortage of cybersecurity expertise by taking on the operational heavy lifting, enabling teams to focus on strategic initiatives. Third, it tackles the inherent issue of standalone security products by simplifying the complex configuration process, enhancing security and productivity. Discern Security’s solution is available globally, with pricing based on customer size and number of users, starting from $5,000. Meanwhile, it has secured a $3 million funding round, which will be used to expand the product offering, according to the company. Related content news analysis SEC rule for finance firms boosts disclosure requirements Amendments to Regulation S-P requires broker-dealers, investment companies, registered investment advisers, and transfer agents to disclose incidents to customers. By Evan Schuman May 17, 2024 5 mins Data Breach Financial Services Industry Data Privacy feature DDoS attacks: Definition, examples, and techniques Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks have been part of the criminal toolbox for over twenty years, and they’re only growing more prevalent and stronger. By Josh Fruhlinger May 17, 2024 10 mins DDoS Cyberattacks news FCC proposes BGP security measures Protecting the Border Gateway Protocol is as important as protecting the border. By Gyana Swain May 17, 2024 1 min Regulation Network Security news US AI experts targeted in cyberespionage campaign using SugarGh0st RAT Threat actors use phishing techniques to obtain non-public information about generative artificial intelligence. By Lucian Constantin May 16, 2024 4 mins Phishing Data and Information Security PODCASTS VIDEOS RESOURCES EVENTS SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe