Uncertainty is the most common driver of noncompliance 2024-04-22 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Most compliance leaders tend to focus on building an ethical culture in their organizations to improve employee behavior, but it has a limited impact on addressing uncertainty about how to be compliant, according to a survey by Gartner. Three primary […]
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AI risks under the auditor’s lens more than ever 2024-04-10 at 07:01 By Help Net Security According to a recent Gartner survey, widespread GenAI adoption has resulted in a scramble to provide audit coverage for potential risks arising from the technology’s use. In this Help Net Security video, Thomas Teravainen, a Research Specialist at Gartner, […]
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8 cybersecurity predictions shaping the future of cyber defense 2024-03-25 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Among Gartner’s top predictions are the collapse of the cybersecurity skills gap and the reduction of employee-driven cybersecurity incidents through the adoption of generative AI (GenAI). Two-thirds of global 100 organizations are expected to extend directors’ and officers’ insurance […]
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92% of companies eyeing investment in AI-powered software 2024-02-23 at 06:02 By Help Net Security In 2024, buyers are increasingly focused on cost efficiency, AI functionality, and enhanced security, according to Gartner. The report reveals that 61% of buyers are seeking upgrades for more functionality in their recently purchased software. The need to upgrade reflects […]
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Essential questions for developing effective human rights policies 2024-01-26 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Growing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) expectations and expanding global regulation are propelling organizations to consider implementing a stand-alone human rights policy, according to Gartner. Public focus on human rights Shareholder proposals and media reports continue to put human rights […]
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CISOs’ crucial role in aligning security goals with enterprise expectations 2024-01-17 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Mixter, Vice President, Analyst at Gartner, discusses the dynamic world of CISOs and how their roles have evolved significantly over the years. He outlines the critical skills for CISOs in 2024, addresses […]
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Facts and misconceptions about cybersecurity budgets 2024-01-03 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Managing and allocating budgets for cybersecurity and IT has become an increasingly critical aspect of organizational strategy. Organizations recognize the need to invest significantly in cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, protect against ransomware attacks, and ensure the integrity of their IT infrastructure. […]
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Legal, compliance and privacy leaders anxious about rapid GenAI adoption 2024-01-03 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Rapid GenAI adoption is the top-ranked issue for the next two years for legal, compliance and privacy leaders, according to Gartner. 70% of respondents reported rapid GenAI adoption as a top concern for them. “Increases in capability and […]
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The perils of over-reliance on single cloud providers 06/11/2023 at 07:39 By Help Net Security The risk associated with dependence on a particular cloud provider for multiple business capabilities is in the top five emerging risks for organizations for the second consecutive quarter, according to a survey by Gartner. Emerging risks In September 2023, Gartner […]
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AI-related security fears drive 2024 IT spending 27/10/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security Worldwide IT spending is projected to total $5.1 trillion in 2024, an increase of 8% from 2023, according to Gartner. 2024 set to see strong public cloud spending growth While generative AI has not yet had a material impact on IT […]
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Today’s CIO has ambitions well beyond IT delivery 24/10/2023 at 06:05 By Help Net Security 45% of CIOs are beginning to work with their CxO peers to bring IT and business area staff together to co-lead digital delivery on an enterprise-wide scale, according to Gartner. CIOs face a paradigm shift, sharing leadership responsibilities with CxOs […]
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Despite rising insider risk costs, budgets are being wasted in the wrong places 25/09/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security The cost of an insider risk is the highest it’s ever been, as organizations spend more time than ever trying to contain insider incidents, according to DTEX Systems. The average annual cost of an insider […]
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Regulatory activity forces compliance leaders to spend more on GRC tools 18/09/2023 at 07:48 By Help Net Security Legal and compliance department investment in GRC (governance, risk, and compliance) tools will increase 50% by 2026, according to Gartner. Assurance leaders are seeking out technology solutions to help them address increasing regulatory attention on executive risk […]
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Compliance budgets under strain as inflation and workload grow 06/09/2023 at 06:33 By Help Net Security Compliance leaders are facing pressure to make the most of existing resources despite economic challenges and increased workload volume and complexity, according to Gartner. To face these challenges, leaders must address three crucial compliance function trends this year: tighter […]
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Exploring the traits of effective chief audit executives 01/09/2023 at 06:03 By Help Net Security Chief audit executives (CAEs) have identified risk orientation, stakeholder management, and team leadership as the top three characteristics of the most effective individuals, according to Gartner. In April 2023, Gartner surveyed 114 CAEs across 180 areas to identify the most […]
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The secret habits of top-performing CISOs 31/08/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security 69% of top-performing CISOs dedicate recurring time on their calendars for personal professional development, according to Gartner. This is compared with just 36% of bottom-performing CISOs who do so. “As the CISO role continues to rapidly evolve, it becomes even more critical […]
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Navigating generative AI risks and regulatory challenges 14/08/2023 at 06:33 By Help Net Security The mass availability of generative AI, such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google Bard, became a top concern for enterprise risk executives in the second quarter of 2023, according to Gartner. A benchmarked view of emerging risks “Generative AI was the second […]
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Companies encounter months-long delays in filling critical security positions 26/07/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security A lack of executive understanding and an ever-widening talent gap that is placing an unsustainable burden on security teams to prevent business-ending breaches, according to Swimlane. The research investigated the perceptions of cybersecurity among on-the-ground security professionals and executives, […]
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CISOs under pressure: Protecting sensitive information in the age of high employee turnover 17/07/2023 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Charles Brooks, Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University’s Applied Intelligence Program and graduate Cybersecurity Programs, talks about how zero trust principles, identity access management, and managed security services are crucial for […]
Top priorities for chief audit executives in 2023 14/07/2023 at 06:10 By Help Net Security The top focus areas for chief audit executives (CAEs) in 2023 are advancing data analytics, assuring proliferating digital risks, and talent management, according to Gartner. “In 2023 most CAEs are focusing on organizational and departmental digital transformation initiatives and improving […]
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