Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
Today’s CISOs are facing increasing cyberattacks and new technologies that empower attackers. The amount of data being defended is also growing, requiring CISOs to continually change their approach towards cybersecurity. Key blind spots affecting CISOs include vulnerable cloud architectures, the most vulnerable sectors, budget and personnel pressures, and delayed action on resilience.
Key Elements
- Cyberattacks are increasing year-on-year, and new technologies such as AI are empowering attackers.
- The amount of data being defended by CISOs is growing, requiring a change in approach towards cybersecurity.
Today’s CISOs are facing a perfect storm as cyberattacks continue to rise and new technologies empower attackers. The evolving threat landscape demands that CISOs change their approach towards cybersecurity to effectively protect their data. Vulnerable cloud architectures present a significant blind spot for CISOs, with hybrid environments becoming a focus area for cyberattacks. The healthcare sector, in particular, is at a higher risk for ransomware attacks due to the sensitive data it holds. Budget and personnel pressures are impacting CISOs, with increasing demands and stagnant resources leading to emotional and psychological strain. CISOs must prioritize cyber resilience and prepare to recover from attacks, with regulations like the Digital Operational Resilience Act and NIS2 Directive supporting this shift. By addressing these blind spots, CISOs can enhance data integrity, mitigate the effects of attacks, and ensure business continuity.
