Identity as the new perimeter: National Oilwell Varco’s approach to stopping the 79% of attacks that are malware-free [English]

By Alex Philips | Source: DNyuz | Read the full article in English

Cybersecurity Transformation | Zero Trust Architecture | AI-Powered Defense

In today's digital landscape, companies are constantly battling sophisticated cyber threats that evolve faster than traditional security methods. National Oilwell Varco (NOV) has taken a groundbreaking approach to cybersecurity by implementing a Zero Trust architecture that fundamentally changes how they protect their digital infrastructure. By focusing on identity-based security and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, they've dramatically reduced security incidents and improved their overall defense strategy.

The company's cybersecurity transformation centers on treating every digital interaction as potentially suspicious, requiring continuous verification of user identities and device security. This means that instead of relying on old-fashioned network perimeters, NOV now uses advanced conditional access policies, multi-factor authentication, and real-time monitoring to prevent unauthorized access. Their approach has resulted in a remarkable 35-fold reduction in security events and virtually eliminated malware-related computer reimaging.

Perhaps most impressively, NOV has integrated artificial intelligence into their security operations, creating AI "co-workers" that can analyze threats and respond at machine speed. This innovative strategy allows their relatively small security team to work more efficiently, reducing incident response times and providing deeper insights into potential risks. By embracing these advanced technologies and maintaining a proactive stance, NOV demonstrates how modern companies can stay ahead of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

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