Security takes a backseat as CTOs and CIOs lean towards AI in 2024 2023-12-28 at 06:31 By Help Net Security 35% of IT leaders will prioritize reducing time and resources on repetitive tasks in 2024, as 59% claim IT support is where the majority of their time is spent, according to Exclaimer. The survey results […]
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The dawn of the autonomous enterprise is on the horizon 2023-12-28 at 06:01 By Help Net Security 90% of IT decision-makers plan to deploy more automation, including AI, in the next 12 months, according to Digitate. IT leaders embrace AI-powered automation 26% of respondents plan to implement machine-operated tasks that require limited human input or
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Essential DDoS statistics for understanding attack impact 2023-12-27 at 06:32 By Help Net Security The impact of DDoS attacks extends far beyond mere inconvenience, as they can result in financial losses, compromised data, and erosion of customer trust. Understanding the nature and consequences of DDoS activity is essential for organizations and individuals alike as they
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Data security and cost are key cloud adoption challenges for financial industry 2023-12-27 at 06:05 By Help Net Security 91% of banks and insurance companies have now initiated their cloud journey, a significant increase from 2020, when only 37% of firms had embarked on their cloud transformations, according to Capgemini. However, this high rate and
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3 main tactics attackers use to bypass MFA 2023-12-26 at 07:09 By Help Net Security Notable security breaches have bypassed MFA to compromise taxi broker Uber, games company EA, and authentication business Okta, according to SE Labs. CISOs must bolster MFA protections SE Labs advised CISOs to step-up their efforts against attacks on systems protected
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Verification roadblocks cause frustration for digital nomads 2023-12-26 at 06:36 By Help Net Security Digital nomads are expressing the most frustration when interacting with organizations offering services in the United States, according to Regula. This revelation comes as a surprise, given that the United States was the most frequented destination for the digital nomad community
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Rising fintech trends for 2024: From A2A payments to GenAI in banking 2023-12-26 at 06:02 By Help Net Security The fintech market is undergoing a rapid shift, with the rise of new technologies, such as Open Finance, generative AI and A2A (Account-to-Account) payments having a major impact on business models, according to Juniper Research. This
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Future of wireless technology: Key predictions for 2024 22/12/2023 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve in ways that anticipate the needs of consumers, businesses, enterprise verticals, smart cities, and service providers, according to the Wireless Broadband Alliance. Tiago Rodrigues, CEO of the Wireless Broadband Alliance, revealed predictions for 2024 and
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Tech workers fear being left unprepared for the future 22/12/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security While tech workers want to learn and organizations are spending thousands of dollars per employee on learning technology, it is not translating into improved on-the-job performance for 4 out of 10 IT employees, according to Skillable. Inadequate training puts
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Are organizations moving away from passwords? 21/12/2023 at 07:53 By Help Net Security Passwordless authentication emerges as a calculated response, eliminating the inherent weaknesses of conventional passwords. At the heart of this evolution lies the deployment of passkeys—sophisticated cryptographic tools designed to authenticate users with a level of sophistication and reliability that transcends traditional methods.
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86% of cyberattacks are delivered over encrypted channels 21/12/2023 at 07:00 By Help Net Security Threats over HTTPS grew by 24% from 2022, underscoring the sophisticated nature of cybercriminal tactics that target encrypted channels, according to Zscaler. For the second year in a row, manufacturing was the industry most commonly targeted, with education and government
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Balancing AI’s promise with privacy and intellectual property concerns 20/12/2023 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Organizations increasingly integrate AI technologies into their cybersecurity architectures to enhance detection, response, and mitigation capabilities. One of the key strengths of AI in cybersecurity lies in its ability to predict and prevent attacks before they occur. Powered by
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Ransomware trends and recovery strategies companies should know 19/12/2023 at 07:34 By Help Net Security Ransomware attacks can have severe consequences, causing financial losses, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. The methods used to deliver ransomware vary, including phishing emails, malicious websites, and exploiting vulnerabilities in software or operating systems. Cybercriminals often target organizations with weak
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Most cloud transformations are stuck in the middle 19/12/2023 at 07:01 By Help Net Security The landscape of enterprise technology continues to evolve rapidly, with cloud transformation as a primary investment, according to HFS and IBM Consulting. Yet, most organizations have not yet experienced tangible business value from these efforts. Findings show that despite cloud
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Multi-cloud computing offers benefits but makes IT far more complex 15/12/2023 at 07:38 By Help Net Security Demand for public cloud-related solutions is rising as organizations seek tools to manage and optimize complex, multi-cloud environments, according to ISG. The report finds that many enterprises worldwide migrated some or all on-premises applications to multiple public clouds
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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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Organizations prefer a combination of AI and human analysts to monitor their digital supply chain 14/12/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security The number of cyber breaches targeting organizations’ supply chains continues to rise, with an average 4.16 breaches reported to be negatively impacting operations this year — a 26% increase from the mean number
Which cybersecurity controls are organizations struggling with? 13/12/2023 at 13:02 By Help Net Security How are organizations performing across cybersecurity controls in the Minimum Viable Secure Product (MVSP) framework? A recent analysis by Bitsight and Google reveals some good and some bad results – and room for improvement. What is MVSP? Minimum Viable Secure Product
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Industry regulations and standards are driving OT security priorities 13/12/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security When it comes to ransomware attacks, the impact on OT environments is catching up to the impact on IT environments, according to Claroty. In Claroty’s previous survey conducted in 2021, 32% of ransomware attacks impacted IT only, while 27%
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WhatsApp, Slack, Teams, and other messaging platforms face constant security risks 12/12/2023 at 07:03 By Help Net Security 42% of businesses report employees with BYOD devices in business settings that use tools like WhatsApp have led to new security incidents, according to SafeGuard Cyber. Messaging platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack, and Teams face constant threats,
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