They're using machine learning algorithms to create fool-proof phishing scams, circumvent security systems, and develop automated malware that can evade detection.
These statistics highlight the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures, like browser isolation, to protect against phishing threats.
Despite their significant role in breaches, less than 50% of organizations actively monitor these potential security threats, leaving ticking time bombs within their networks.
Compounding the challenge is the potential disruption to governance of security controls, particularly when a comprehensive asset inventory is lacking.
Information Age has reexamined Check Point Research's 2024 cybersecurity predictions, aligning with the practice at hand.
Anticipating a surge in threat actors leveraging AI to enhance their toolkits, they project the emergence of an AI battlefield: While adversaries adopt AI for accelerated and expanded attacks, security teams are expected to harness the same technology to counter AI-powered threats.
Notably, the issuance of an Executive Order by the White House signals a shared recognition by both the EU and the U.S. regarding the necessity to regulate AI. The vulnerability of the supply chain, considered one of the weakest security links, is prompting organizations to transition toward a Zero Trust model.
Acknowledging the limitations of user training in countering these threats, the cybersecurity landscape is poised for dynamic changes in the coming years.
A CyberRisk Alliance survey revealed that nearly 25% of IT security leaders struggle to gain support from other departments for Zero Trust initiatives.
In other words, while Zero Trust is a buzzworthy concept, true widespread adoption will take time since it is not a standalone product or solution, but rather a holistic approach to security that encompasses a comprehensive program and architecture tailored to modern systems.
Regardless of terminology, the core idea remains crucial: implementing a robust security strategy that prioritizes least privilege access and continuous validation.
Analytics Insight shifts its focus to the 2024 cloud landscape, recognizing its pivotal role in driving operational efficiency and facilitating groundbreaking technological advancements like AI and IoT. While some organizations opt for hybrid models or have even repatriated systems from the cloud, the indisputable rise of edge computing emphasizes the need for reduced latency, more efficient data processing - and security.
Notably, cloud providers are intensifying their investments in security and resilience, recognizing these as critical issues amid the escalating migration of organizations to the cloud.
Traditional, detection-based security measures will need to be reinforced with preventative measures that can counter even unknown advanced threats.
Investing in robust security and resilience measures is crucial to protecting data.
Security misconfigurations are commonplace due to the shortage of skilled professionals and errors during deployment.
The attack surface continues to expand, with zero-day exploits and Advanced Persistent Threats relentlessly seeking out fresh vulnerabilities to exploit.
As a result, Chief Information Security Officers are transitioning from mere control owners to facilitators of risk decisions, marking a positive evolution in the cybersecurity landscape.
The report delves into regional variations in mobile data growth, with North America projected to reach an average monthly mobile data usage of 58 GB per smartphone by 2028.
This is a Security Bloggers Network syndicated blog from Ericom Software authored by Peter Silva.
This Cyber News was published on securityboulevard.com. Publication date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 12:13:05 +0000