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Episode 15: Understanding Zombie Apps and Their Risks

Mike Mosquito Season 1 Episode 15

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The conversation delves into the concept of zombie apps, which are applications that are not actively managed by corporate IT but pose significant cyber risks. These apps, often acquired by shadow IT organizations, can become entry points for cyber threats due to their lack of updates and security patches.

Takeaways
-  Zombie apps are applications bought by shadow IT organizations.
- They are not run by corporate IT and often lack updates.
- Zombie apps can represent significant cyber risks.
- These apps can serve as entry points for cyber threats.
- Managing application security is crucial for IT departments.
- Shadow IT complicates the landscape of application management.
- Organizations need to be aware of the risks posed by unmonitored apps.
- Regular audits of applications can help mitigate risks.
- Education on the dangers of zombie apps is essential for employees.
- A proactive approach to IT management can prevent security breaches.

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