The Growing Risks of Shadow IT and SaaS Sprawl
SecurityIntelligence, Tuesday, September 26,2023
In today's fast-paced digital landscape, there is no shortage of apps and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across different industries. This incredible array of options has revolutionized how we work, providing cost-effective and user-friendly tools that streamline tasks and boost productivity.
However, this ever-expanding application ecosystem comes with its challenges: namely, shadow IT and SaaS sprawl. According to a recent study by Entrust, 77% of IT professionals are concerned about shadow IT becoming a significant issue in 2023.
Additionally, over 65% of IT professionals report that the organization does not approve their SaaS tools. This causes significant security liabilities as a lack of visibility and control over these tools often leads to data breaches and other security issues.
To counter the threats posed by shadow IT and SaaS sprawl, businesses must implement policies that provide better oversight of third-party applications while enforcing strict security measures within their organization.