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2025 Data Breach Investigations Report: Third-party breaches double

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2025 Data Breach Investigations Report: Third-party breaches double 2025-04-23 at 14:55 By Sinisa Markovic The exploitation of vulnerabilities has seen another year of growth as an initial access vector for breaches, reaching 20%, according to Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report. Researchers analyzed 22,052 real-world security incidents, of which 12,195 were confirmed data breaches. This […]

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Cybersecurity spending set to jump 12.2% in 2025

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Cybersecurity spending set to jump 12.2% in 2025 2025-03-28 at 08:07 By Help Net Security Global cybersecurity spending is expected to grow by 12.2% in 2025, according to the latest forecast from the IDC Worldwide Security Spending Guide. The rise in cyber threats is pushing organizations to invest more in their defenses. AI tools are

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Whitepaper: Voice of Security 2025

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Whitepaper: Voice of Security 2025 2025-03-26 at 16:02 By Help Net Security Discover insights from 900 security leaders across the globe in IDC’s Voice of Security 2025 survey, sponsored by Tines in partnership with AWS. Understand the biggest challenges facing security teams today, and how they can stay ahead of the curve in the age

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How AI and automation are reshaping security leadership

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How AI and automation are reshaping security leadership 2025-03-18 at 16:02 By Help Net Security The contemporary SOC is transforming as it starts to realize the benefits of GenAI and utilize the manifestations of autonomous agentic AI, according to Tines. Additionally, the promise of security automation is coming to fruition. In theory and practice, security

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The state of cybersecurity and IT talent shortages

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The state of cybersecurity and IT talent shortages 2024-12-31 at 06:33 By Help Net Security This article highlights key findings and trends in the 2024 IT and cybersecurity skills gap, from the shortage of cybersecurity talent to the rising demand for certifications and upskilling programs, offering insights into the current state of skills development in

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The true cost of cybercrime for your business

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The true cost of cybercrime for your business 2024-09-06 at 07:01 By Help Net Security As cybercriminals continue to refine their methods, blending traditional strategies with new technologies, the financial toll on individuals and organizations has reached alarming levels. Businesses are also grappling with mounting cybercrime costs from ransomware and DDoS attacks, which can inflict

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IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Assistant helps clients accelerate alert investigation

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IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Assistant helps clients accelerate alert investigation 2024-08-05 at 20:17 By Industry News IBM generative AI capabilities to its managed Threat Detection and Response Services utilized by IBM Consulting analysts to advance and streamline security operations for clients. Built on IBM’s watsonx data and AI platform, the new IBM Consulting Cybersecurity Assistant is

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Paris 2024 Olympics to face complex cyber threats

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Paris 2024 Olympics to face complex cyber threats 2024-07-16 at 06:03 By Help Net Security While previous Olympic games have faced cybersecurity threats, the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, also known as Paris 2024, will see the largest number of threats, the most complex threat landscape, the largest ecosystem of threat actors, and the highest

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Preparing for a career in cybersecurity? Check out these statistics

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Preparing for a career in cybersecurity? Check out these statistics 2024-06-11 at 07:01 By Help Net Security This article includes excerpts from various reports that provide statistics and insights on cybersecurity jobs, skills shortages, and workforce dynamics. Lack of skills and budget slow zero-trust implementation Entrust | 2024 State of Zero Trust & Encryption Study

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The IT skills shortage situation is not expected to get any better

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The IT skills shortage situation is not expected to get any better 2024-05-17 at 07:31 By Help Net Security A growing IT skills shortage is impacting organizations in all industries and across all regions, according to IDC. In a recent IDC survey of North American IT leaders, nearly two thirds said that a lack of

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AI PC shipments are expected to surpass 167 million units by 2027

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AI PC shipments are expected to surpass 167 million units by 2027 2024-02-15 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Shipments of AI PCs – personal computers with specific system-on-a-chip (SoC) capabilities designed to run generative AI tasks locally – are expected to grow from nearly 50 million units in 2024 to more than 167 million

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Cybersecurity teams hesitate to use automation in TDIR workflows

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Cybersecurity teams hesitate to use automation in TDIR workflows 2024-02-07 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Despite reported threat detection, investigation, and response (TDIR) improvements in security operations, more than half of organizations still experienced significant security incidents in the last year, according to Exabeam. North America experienced the highest rate of security incidents (66%),

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AI software market to hit $307 billion by 2027

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AI software market to hit $307 billion by 2027 2023-12-29 at 06:02 By Help Net Security The worldwide revenue for AI software will reach $307 billion in 2027, according to IDC. The forecast for AI-centric software includes Artificial Intelligence Platforms, AI Applications, AI System Infrastructure Software (SIS), and AI Application Development and Deployment (AD&D) software

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11 GenAI cybersecurity surveys you should read

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11 GenAI cybersecurity surveys you should read 22/12/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries and unlocking new possibilities across various domains. However, as the integration of these technologies continues, a vigilant approach to ethical considerations and regulatory compliance is essential to ensure that the

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CIOs shape long-term success with GenAI expertise

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CIOs shape long-term success with GenAI expertise 15/12/2023 at 07:11 By Help Net Security Today’s CIOs have evolved from managing IT infrastructure and ensuring systems’ efficiency to becoming key business strategists, according to IDC. They stand at the intersection of technology and business, leveraging innovations to shape organizational directions, create value, and boost revenue for

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ChatGPT’s popularity triggers global generative AI investment surge

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ChatGPT’s popularity triggers global generative AI investment surge 17/11/2023 at 07:36 By Help Net Security While AI is not a new technology – companies have been investing heavily in predictive and interpretive AI for years – the announcement of the GPT-3.5 series from OpenAI in late 2022 captured the world’s attention and triggered a surge

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GenAI investments surge, anticipated to hit $143 billion by 2027

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GenAI investments surge, anticipated to hit $143 billion by 2027 20/10/2023 at 06:33 By Help Net Security Enterprises will invest nearly $16 billion worldwide on GenAI solutions in 2023, according to IDC. This spending, which includes GenAI software and related infrastructure hardware and IT/business services, is expected to reach $143 billion in 2027 with a

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Cyber resilience starts in the C-suite

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Cyber resilience starts in the C-suite 19/10/2023 at 06:33 By Help Net Security In many cases, senior executives/line-of-business leaders are minimally engaged in their company’s cyber preparedness initiatives — only 33% of CEOs or managing directors and 21% of other senior leaders are heavily involved, according to Commvault. According to the research, 52% of senior

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Building GenAI competence for business growth

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Building GenAI competence for business growth 21/09/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security To embark on the GenAI technology adoption journey for business success, organizations require foundational activities related to GenAI investment, guidance in prioritizing use cases, and identification of key stakeholders essential for building and implementing successful initiatives, according to IDC. Essential key activities

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IDC launches Future of X Scorecards for optimizing tech’s impact on business

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IDC launches Future of X Scorecards for optimizing tech’s impact on business 14/08/2023 at 17:01 By Industry News IDC has introduced its Future of X Scorecards, designed to address the need for improved benchmarking in the development and execution of digital business strategies. As enterprises continue to invest in digital technologies and services and these

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