In a world where innovation and productivity are paramount, the rise of Shadow IT has become an unavoidable reality for many organizations. A recent survey by Next DLP revealed a startling statistic: 73% of security professionals admitted to using unauthorized SaaS applications in the past year. This finding underscores a critical challenge faced by CISOs, developers, engineers, and architects alike — balancing the need for productivity with the inherent security risks of Shadow IT.
Chris Denbigh-White, CISO at Next DLP, offers a refreshing perspective on this dilemma. “The security risk is not knowing what’s in use,” he explains. Instead of viewing Shadow IT as an insurmountable threat, Denbigh-White advocates for a more nuanced approach.
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