Watching the Trend: 7 Security Themes for 2024.

December 19, 2023
1 min read

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

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