FAQ
EASM Asset Monitoring Frequently Asked Questions
Your external attack surface is constantly evolving, creating new risks from unknown assets, exposed services and misconfigurations. Below, we answer common questions about External Attack Surface Management and how DarkInvader helps security teams discover, monitor and prioritise external threats. If you need further clarity or a tailored demonstration, our team is here to help.
1 - What is Continuous Asset Monitoring and Why is it Important?
Continuous asset monitoring is the ongoing process of tracking changes across your external attack surface. As organisations deploy new services, update infrastructure or migrate to the cloud, new exposures can appear without internal visibility. Continuous monitoring ensures that your organisation maintains real-time awareness of its internet-facing assets and can respond quickly to emerging risks.
2 - What Types of Changes Does DarkInvader Monitor?
DarkInvader monitors newly discovered assets, configuration changes, certificate updates, DNS changes, open ports and emerging vulnerabilities across your external infrastructure. By tracking these developments continuously, the platform identifies when your attack surface expands or when security posture shifts in ways that may increase risk.
3 - How Quickly Are New Exposures Detected?
DarkInvader continuously reassesses your external footprint to detect changes as they occur. This reduces the window between an exposure appearing and your security team being alerted. Early detection is critical in limiting attacker opportunity and preventing minor misconfigurations from becoming serious security incidents.
4 - How Does Asset Monitoring Reduce Breach Risk?
By identifying changes and exposures early, DarkInvader enables security teams to take corrective action before vulnerabilities are exploited. Continuous visibility reduces blind spots, shortens response times and helps maintain a stronger, more resilient external security posture.
5 - How Are Monitoring Alerts Delivered to Security Teams?
DarkInvader provides clear, contextual alerts within the platform, allowing teams to review affected assets, assess severity and prioritise remediation. Monitoring insights can be incorporated into existing ticketing and response workflows, ensuring external risks are tracked and resolved efficiently alongside other security priorities.
