Shadow IT Threat Mitigation That Uncovers Every Unsanctioned App and Risky Integration

Contain the threat of shadow apps leaking data
Close the SaaS Security Gap with complete visibility into your ecosystem. The average enterprise uses +500 SaaS applications, with 90% remaining unmanaged. Traditional security can't keep up. Reco's Dynamic Application Discovery does.
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Your Traditional Security Controls Miss the Hidden Risks of Shadow IT

The Real Risk Isn't Just Unapproved Apps. It's What They Connect To

The SaaS Security Gap starts with shadow IT. Traditional discovery tools only see what's federated - Reco sees everything.

Invisible App Sprawl

42% of SaaS applications exist as shadow IT, operating completely outside IT governance and security oversight.

Unauthorized AI Tools

80% of employees use unauthorized AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and copilots that access sensitive company data.

Hidden OAuth Connections

Third-party apps gain excessive permissions through OAuth flows, creating backdoors that persist for years undetected.

SaaS-to-SaaS Risk Chains

Shadow apps connect to sanctioned applications, creating hidden data pathways that amplify breach impact exponentially.

Unmonitored Agent Access

Unsanctioned AI agents bypass security controls, gaining unauthorized access to sensitive company data across multiple applications.
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Uncover Hidden Risks in Your SaaS Environment

Automatically discover and assess unauthorized applications, AI tools, and hidden connections that pose security risks to your organization.
Shadow IT Threat Mitigation
Instantly track all apps, SaaS-to-SaaS, Shadow SaaS, AI Agents, and Shadow AI tools, including their users and data.
Vendor Risk Assessment
Evaluate apps based on security practices and compliance certifications.
Detect Shadow SaaS
Stop shadow applications from creating security blind spots across your organization
Shadow AI Discovery
Instantly track all shadow AI tools, unauthorized GenAI usage, and AI agents operating outside IT oversight, including their data access patterns.
Unsanctioned Apps Control
Flag and manage apps not approved by IT or security.

Accelerate Security Operations Through Intelligence

Leverage AI-powered automation and unified workflows to scale your security team's capabilities and response times
Cross SaaS Correlation Alerts
AI agents deliver complete threat stories by correlating suspicious activities across your entire SaaS ecosystem.
Collaborate with SaaS administrators
Create and run your own custom policies tailored to your organization's specific security requirements and business context.
AI Powered SaaS Security Insights
Transform overwhelming security data into clear, actionable intelligence with AI that understands your business context and tells you exactly what to do next.
SaaS Ticketing Workflow
Automatically create and track remediation tasks in your existing ticketing system to streamline security issue resolution.
Custom Policy Studio
Create and run your own custom policies tailored to your organization's specific security requirements and business context.

Transform Identity Risk into Business Advantage

Streamline access management through intelligent identity governance that reduces risk while improving operational efficiency.
Automate User Access Reviews
Streamline user entitlement reviews and certification processes.
SaaS Offboarding
Remove access for former employees automatically and securely.
Ensure Identity Governance Compliance
Prove and enforce compliance with access policies.

Explore Reco Use Cases That Go Beyond Detecting Shadow SaaS

Identity & Access Governance

Ensure that accounts are always secure, and access privileges are kept to a minimum through AI-powered Identity Context Agent monitoring.

SaaS Posture Management & Compliance

Achieve continuous compliance and bulletproof security posture, no matter how fast your SaaS environment grows.

ITDR (Identity Threat Detection and Response)

Get instant alerts on data theft, account compromise, and configuration drift with hundreds of pre-built detection controls. Respond automatically with your existing tools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is shadow IT threat mitigation in SaaS environments?

Shadow IT threat mitigation is the process of discovering, assessing, and securing unsanctioned applications that employees use without IT approval.

• Identifies all shadow SaaS applications, AI tools, and third-party integrations

• Assesses risk based on data access, permissions, and vendor security posture

• Deploys governance policies across your entire SaaS ecosystem

How does Reco discover unsanctioned applications that bypass IT visibility?

Reco uses multiple discovery sensors to find shadow apps that traditional security tools miss.

• Analyzes email metadata to detect SaaS application signup confirmations and notifications

• Monitors OAuth applications connected to core platforms like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace

• Tracks browser activity and SSO logs to identify federated and unfederated appsAI agents correlate discovery signals to eliminate false positives and duplicates

It finds shadow apps even when they're not connected through your identity provider.

How does automated shadow IT threat mitigation reduce security and compliance risks?

Automated mitigation streamlines the process of securing shadow IT at scale.

• Continuous discovery ensures new shadow apps are identified immediately

• AI agents automatically classify apps and route high-risk findings to security teams

• Automated governance policies can block, monitor, or request approval for specific app categories

• Integration with ticketing systems enables workflow automation for app review processes

• Performance monitoring and impact assessment after deployment

What happens when employees connect unauthorized tools to sensitive data?

Unauthorized tools create significant security and compliance risks by bypassing established controls.

• Sensitive data flows to unvetted third-party services without encryption or access controls

• Shadow apps often lack proper security configurations, MFA, or audit logging

• OAuth permissions grant excessive access that persists even after employees leave

• Cross-application data flows create hidden risk chains

Organizations with unmanaged shadow IT face 3x higher risk of data breaches.

How does Reco prioritize shadow IT risks for faster remediation?

Reco uses AI-powered risk assessment to help teams focus on the highest-priority threats first.

• Evaluates each shadow app's permissions, data access, and integration points

• Incorporates vendor security ratings and compliance certifications

• AI agents provide business context including who uses the app and for what purpose

• Risk scoring considers regulatory requirements and data sensitivity classifications

This ensures security teams address critical risks first while enabling low-risk business tools.

What's the best approach to addressing shadow IT without slowing down productivity?

The most effective approach balances security with business enablement rather than blanket blocking.

• Discover and assess before enforcing to understand why employees choose shadow tools

• Provide sanctioned alternatives that meet business needs with proper security controls

• Use AI agents to distinguish between high-risk shadow apps and low-risk productivity tools

Supports business innovation while maintaining security standards

• Adapts to your organization's unique risk profile and operational needs

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