Managing cybersecurity without visibility is like trying to navigate a maze blindfolded. Without a clear view of vulnerabilities, compliance gaps, and runtime risks, teams struggle to make informed decisions. Centralised visibility, enabled through dashboards, addresses this challenge by consolidating security insights in a single location.

For organisations aligned with NIS 2 and DORA, a centralised dashboard simplifies compliance tracking, improves collaboration between teams, and provides leadership with actionable data to guide strategic decisions.

Why Visibility Matters

A fragmented view of security is not only inefficient but also dangerous. Dashboards provide real-time insights into the security posture across your software delivery pipeline. They enable teams to:

• Monitor vulnerabilities and compliance metrics at a glance.
• Generate tailored reports for leadership and auditors.
• Track progress against established baselines and policies.

How Aqua CNAPP Enhances Visibility

1. Customise Dashboards:

   • Configure views for different teams, such as SOC, AppSec, or compliance officers.
   • Highlight key metrics like vulnerability trends, compliance scores, and runtime incidents.

2. Generate Reports:

   • Use Aqua’s reporting tools to create detailed summaries for audits and leadership reviews.
   • Tailor reports based on regulatory requirements, such as DORA’s emphasis on operational resilience.

3. Set Alerts for Critical Events:

   • Configure notifications for vulnerabilities or policy violations.
   • Enable real-time updates for priority incidents, ensuring immediate visibility.

4. Track Progress Over Time:

   • Compare current metrics against baseline scans to measure improvements.
   • Use these insights to refine assurance policies and runtime controls.

Practical Example: Configuring a Vulnerability Dashboard

Using Aqua’s Hub, a vulnerability dashboard might include:

• Top Vulnerable Workloads: A ranked list of containers or VMs with the most critical issues.
• Compliance Overview: A percentage breakdown of workloads meeting assurance policies.
• Incident Trends: Graphs tracking incidents detected and resolved over the past 30 days.

This setup allows teams to prioritise efforts effectively while keeping leadership informed.

Summary

Centralised visibility transforms how organisations manage their security posture. Aqua’s dashboards empower teams to monitor risks, demonstrate compliance, and drive continuous improvement—all essential for meeting the operational resilience goals of NIS 2 and DORA. With the right tools, informed decisions become the norm, not the exception.