The SaaS Double-Edged Sword SaaS expands the attack surface, introducing new cybersecurity challenges — and opportunities for channel partners Companies across all industries are rolling out SaaS applications to streamline operations and execute tasks. According to Productiv, SaaS usage reached an all-time high in 2023 with the average portfolio swelling to 371 applications. All signs indicate SaaS adoption will continue accelerating in 2024, with organizations now spending close to $10,000 per employee on applications, on average. But while SaaS offers numerous advantages — such as improved agility, rapid scalability and potential cost savings — it also widens the attack surface and exposes businesses to a much wider range of threats. As a result, SaaS is forcing companies to modernize their security strategies to protect their data, identities and workloads in the cloud. AT YOUR SERVICE: XaaS By Gerald Baldino 46 CHANNELVISION | MARCH - APRIL 2024
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