Navigating Vulnerability Management in the Age of AI

This chapter focuses on the evolving practices of vulnerability management at Cisco, with particular attention to the log4j vulnerability and the integration of Software Bill of Materials (S-boms) and Vulnerability Exploitability eXchange (VEX). It highlights the shift from manual to automated approaches in managing vulnerabilities, including the development of powerful tools to track Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs). Additionally, the chapter explores the challenges presented by AI models in cybersecurity, emphasizing the need for standardized incident classification and the evolution of security operations to address these emerging threats.