Proactive Security vs. Reactive Security: Why Prevention Matters
Prasanta Rai
February 25, 2026
Understanding the Difference Security is often thought of as something that comes into play only when an incident occurs. Cameras record, alarms sound, and guards respond. This is what we call reactive security — measures that activate after a breach or threat has already materialized. By contrast, proactive security is about anticipating risks before they […]