Key Points
Security teams are stretched, and a fractured security tech stack isn't making life easier. Midmarket companies are significant targets, with complex digital estates, real revenue, and valuable data, but the vendor market wasn't really built with them in mind. Many have outgrown entry-level solutions but don't have the headcount or resources to support a sprawling enterprise security te...
The "security middle child problem" points to a gap between the needs of midmarket companies and the offerings of the vendor market. This gap is evident in the confidence gap, the proliferation of disjointed tools, and the infrequent board-level discussions about cyber risk. The article suggests that AI adoption may be influenced by these factors, with investment priorities shifting towards solutions designed to address these challenges.
Questioning assumptions: How can midmarket companies addre...