Heading into 2024, there are several key security trends that CISOs and security leaders need to be aware of. These include:
- The increasing use of generative AI by both threat actors and defenders, leading to more sophisticated cyberattacks and defense mechanisms
- The rise of nation-state actors and politically motivated hacktivist groups, particularly in relation to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza
- The growing threat of supply chain attacks, as threat actors take advantage of complex supply chains and target third-party vendors
- The need for organizations to prioritize cloud security as more organizations embrace a cloud-first approach
- Continued ransomware attacks, with threat actors seeking vulnerabilities and executing dual ransomware attacks
- A rise in zero-day exploits, with China leading the way in discovering and exploiting these vulnerabilities
- Increased regulatory scrutiny, with cybersecurity executives facing legal action for breaches and security failures