Automated Moving Target Defense

Static Defense Architectures

Traditional security systems rely on fixed infrastructures, where assets, configurations, and security policies remain static. This rigidity makes it easier for attackers to study, map, and exploit vulnerabilities over time, as the defense landscape does not change.

Predictable Attack Surface

Existing security mechanisms often expose a predictable attack surface. Since defenses do not dynamically shift, attackers can perform reconnaissance and develop tailored exploits that circumvent known security controls.

Delayed Detection and Response

Conventional security measures often rely on signature-based detection and rule-based response strategies. These systems are reactive, addressing threats only after they have been identified, which is ineffective against novel or sophisticated attacks that AMTD aims to mitigate by constantly altering the attack surface.

High Configuration and Maintenance Costs

Current security practices require extensive manual configuration and continuous updates. These static defenses not only demand significant resources but also increase the likelihood of human error, misconfigurations, and gaps in security coverage.

Limited Adaptability to Evolving Threats

Traditional security tools are often unable to quickly adapt to the evolving nature of threats. Attackers can exploit zero-day vulnerabilities or employ advanced persistent threat (APT) tactics that static defenses struggle to address in real-time.

Ineffective Against Advanced Reconnaissance

Modern attackers often spend a considerable amount of time in reconnaissance to identify vulnerabilities. Static defenses do not disrupt this phase, giving attackers ample time to prepare and execute their plans. AMTD, on the other hand, aims to constantly shift the attack surface, disrupting this reconnaissance process.