Cybersecurity Snapshot: What Security Pros Are Saying About Exposure Management, Risk Prioritization, Tool Sprawl and More

This report summarizes poll insights from several Tenable webinars (2024–2025) showing security teams shifting from traditional vulnerability management to unified exposure management, emphasizing AI-driven, context-rich prioritization, consolidation of fragmented tool stacks, and predictive response strategies. Respondents recognize the value of credentialed scanning despite operational overhead and show strong interest in managed credentials and automation to streamline remediation and patch management. Overall, the data reflects a drive toward integrated visibility, risk-informed decision-making, and operational efficiency across exposure response workflows.