Key Takeaways
- TechMatrix, a leading provider of information infrastructure and application services in Japan, has selected Tenable One to strengthen its cybersecurity program and gain comprehensive visibility into its attack surface.
- The decision to adopt a unified exposure management platform was driven by the increasing number of cybersecurity incidents affecting system integrators in the same industry.
- Tenable One has delivered significant improvements across TechMatrix’s security program, including expanded visibility into previously difficult-to-evaluate areas and the ability to identify vulnerabilities in legacy systems.
- The platform has also enabled TechMatrix to prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, reduce time and effort spent on remediation, and strengthen identity security with greater accuracy and speed.
Introduction to Tenable One and TechMatrix
Tenable, the exposure management company, has announced that TechMatrix, a leading provider of information infrastructure and application services in Japan, has selected Tenable One to strengthen its cybersecurity program. This decision comes as a response to the increasing number of cybersecurity incidents affecting system integrators within the same industry. These incidents have highlighted the limitations of traditional network perimeter defenses in preventing modern cyber risks, which can propagate throughout the entire supply chain and expose hidden vulnerabilities within internal configurations. By adopting Tenable One, TechMatrix aims to gain comprehensive visibility into its attack surface and stay ahead of emerging risks.
The Limitations of Traditional Cybersecurity Approaches
Historically, TechMatrix relied heavily on perimeter defenses and occasional penetration testing to protect its systems. However, as the volume of vulnerabilities grew, the team struggled with manual CVSS-based scoring, making it difficult to determine which issues to address first. The company’s Active Directory (AD) also created blind spots, including weak passwords and overly permissive access that could allow attackers to escalate privileges. This highlights the limitations of traditional cybersecurity approaches, which often focus on protecting the network perimeter without considering the broader attack surface. By adopting a unified exposure management platform like Tenable One, TechMatrix can move beyond traditional perimeter defenses and gain a more comprehensive understanding of its cybersecurity risks.
The Benefits of Tenable One
Tenable One has already delivered significant improvements across TechMatrix’s security program. The platform has expanded visibility into areas that were previously difficult to evaluate, including legacy systems and AD account inventories. The team can now identify vulnerabilities in these areas and flag weak passwords or excessive permissions as soon as they appear. This has enabled TechMatrix to prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, using Tenable’s Vulnerability Priority Rating (VPR) and integrated triage guidelines. As a result, the company can now accurately assess the importance of an IT asset based on risk, making it clear which vulnerabilities should be addressed first. This has resulted in a substantial reduction in time and effort spent on remediation.
Improved Visibility and Operational Efficiency
With Tenable One, TechMatrix has gained a level of visibility and operational efficiency that was not possible before. The platform’s ability to incorporate identity context to understand user permissions means that the company can better focus its remediations. The Japanese-language guidance also accelerates investigations, enabling TechMatrix to strengthen identity security with greater accuracy and speed. This is particularly important in a country like Japan, where language and cultural nuances can play a significant role in cybersecurity. By providing a platform that is tailored to the Japanese market, Tenable is helping TechMatrix to overcome these challenges and improve its overall cybersecurity posture.
The Future of Cybersecurity
The partnership between Tenable and TechMatrix highlights the evolving nature of cybersecurity risks and the need for a more proactive, risk-based approach. As Naoya Kishima, Country Manager of Tenable Japan, notes, "Cyber risk is no longer defined only by external threats. It is shaped by the exposure that exists across every asset, identity, and configuration." By shifting from a reactive, perimeter-focused posture to a proactive, risk-based exposure management strategy, TechMatrix is setting a powerful example for organizations across Japan. As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, it is likely that more companies will follow suit, adopting unified exposure management platforms like Tenable One to stay ahead of emerging risks and protect their systems from cyber threats.
