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Gartner® Report:
Mind the SaaS Security Gaps

* SaaS
Sep 05, 2025
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What’s Inside:

As SaaS adoption accelerates and GenAI expands the attack surface, the stakes for securing your environment have never been higher. The new Gartner report Mind the SaaS Security Gaps sheds light on where organizations are falling short in cybersecurity and what steps you can take to strengthen your defenses.

Our Key Takeaways:
  • Why transparency matters
    SaaS providers must give organizations the visibility they need to avoid hidden vulnerabilities. Demand accountability across contracts, usage, and integrations.
  • How to keep Shadow IT in check
    Continuous discovery and SaaS visibility are non-negotiable if you want to stop blind spots from becoming breaches.
  • What to look for in vendors
    Prioritize partners who align security with product design and support vulnerability management from the ground up.
  • The GenAI factor
    Generative AI is expanding the attack surface across industries. Our understanding is that Gartner explains why diligence and proactive cybersecurity strategies are essential in this new era.

Download the full report today to see key insights on SaaS Security and how to evolve alongside your adoption and avoid creating vulnerabilities.

Gartner, Mind the SaaS Security Gaps, Craig LawsonCharlie Winckless , 22 July 2025

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