The cyberthreat landscape has shifted rapidly over the past several years, and this evolution will continue in 2025.
Cybercriminals are using AI to launch sophisticated phishing attacks, conduct surveillance on potential targets, and manipulate victims with deepfakes.
AI is being used to detect cyberthreats as well, but isn’t keeping up and the cost of data breaches and other attacks is rising.
CISOs and other security leaders should have an all-of-the-above approach to cybersecurity, which includes everything from zero-trust security architecture and AI-powered threat detection.
Cybersecurity programs that combine security awareness and technology like automation and AI will be a key focus in 2025.
According to IBM, the average cost of a data breach has reached an all-time high of $4.88 million.
AI-powered social engineering is driving the surging cost of cyberattacks and Google’s 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast anticipates that AI will be used to develop and scale more convincing phishing attacks.
It has never been more important for companies across all industries to prioritize cybersecurity.
According to Allianz Risk Barometer, cyber incidents comprise the top global business risk for the first time by a clear margin.
Cybersecurity awareness training must adapt to the new era and be personalized, employees must be aware of the latest cybercriminal tactics, and there should be clear policies around device usage, account security, and incident reporting.