Google Cloud announced the launch of its virtual red team capability in Security Command Center, a feature designed to help organizations find high-risk security issues before attackers do. It simulates sophisticated attacks against a digital twin of an organization's cloud environment, enabling it to uncover vulnerabilities that traditional security solutions might miss.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this capability is its ability to identify what it calls "toxic combinations." These are groups of security issues that may seem insignificant in isolation but, when combined, can create a serious security vulnerability. For example, a vulnerability in an application might not pose a significant threat if access to that application is restricted. However, if this vulnerability is combined with another vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain access to a user account with elevated privileges, the attacker could exploit the first vulnerability to access sensitive data.
The virtual red team's ability to identify toxic combinations is invaluable, as it helps organizations pinpoint the most critical threats they face, allowing them to focus their efforts on proactively addressing these threats.
By leveraging this capability, organizations can ensure a higher level of protection for their cloud environments and minimize the risk of falling victim to cyberattacks.
