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AI-based cybersecurity is still in its early stages
AI-based cybersecurity is still in its early stages

Cybersecurity managers see the great potential that lies in AI-based security solutions, but widespread implementation in companies is not yet in sight. In the past year, a gigantic AI hype broke out not only in the technology industry, but in society as a whole, linked to the question of what role it will play in various areas of life and the economy in the future. Arctic Wolf®, a leading security operations provider, releases the results of its latest artificial intelligence (AI) study, “The Human-AI Partnership.” The study was conducted by the CyberRisk Alliance among 800 IT and cybersecurity managers in large companies in...

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AI: a central factor in companies in 2024
AI will be a key factor for companies in 2024

According to a study, 82 percent of CTOs and CIOs of large companies worldwide consider AI to be crucial for defending against cyber threats. Only 38 percent of teams already use AI in all areas. Many fear that AI could write the code for vulnerabilities. Companies are increasing their investments in AI across all business areas to increase productivity, automate tasks, reduce costs and remain competitive, according to the latest study “The state of AI 2024: Challenges to adoption and key strategies for organizational success” by Dynatrace. Companies need to…

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Cybersecurity incidents: Lack of budget is a risk factor
Cybersecurity incidents: Lack of budget is a risk factor

According to a survey, 18 percent of cybersecurity incidents are due to a lack of cybersecurity budget. The manufacturing sector is the most frequently affected by incidents in Europe. Eight out of ten companies in Germany have suffered at least one cybersecurity incident in the past two years. The current Kaspersky study shows that a not insignificant part (18 percent) of this can be attributed to a lack of investment in cybersecurity. The majority (79 percent) of those surveyed in Germany believe that their current budget is sufficient to keep up with new cyber threats or...

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Identities: Security needs improvement
Companies do not secure identities enough

The security of identities can be improved in many companies, as a global survey by a provider of identity security solutions shows. The report “The Horizons of Identity Security” clearly shows the problems. As part of Navigate 2023, SailPoint Technologies released the new 2023 edition of the annual report “The Horizons of Identity Security”. The report, created in collaboration between SailPoint and Accenture, a leading global professional services firm, is based on responses from more than 375 global cybersecurity leaders in the Americas, Europe and Asia. The aim was to present the current status and…

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Managers: poorer cybersecurity awareness
Executives: Awareness of cybersecurity is growing

Over half of German companies have already fallen victim to a cyber attack. According to a survey, senior managers are often more vulnerable to phishing attacks than their employees. The average click rate for managers is 60 percent higher than for other user groups. Although cybersecurity awareness is increasing among managers, they are still more susceptible to false clicks on phishing emails. According to research from SoSafe, Europe's leading platform for security awareness and training, 55 percent of German security managers say their top management's focus on IT security has increased compared to last year...

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Ransomware: 60 percent of companies are extremely concerned

The new ransomware survey shows: Awareness of ransomware in companies is high. However, prevention is still not a top priority in almost half of companies. One in five respondents said their company would be affected by a cyberattack in 2023. Nearly 60% of organizations are very or extremely concerned about ransomware attacks, according to a recent survey by leading cybersecurity provider Hornetsecurity. Hornetsecurity's annual ransomware survey shows that more than nine in ten companies (92,5%) are aware of the potential negative impact of ransomware. However...

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Ransomware survey: Over 70 percent would pay in an emergency

Cohesity study: When it comes to cyber resilience and recovery, 73 percent say their company would pay a ransom if it could recover data and business processes faster, especially when a full restore is needed. 94 percent of those surveyed in Germany confirm that the ransomware threat in their industry has increased in 2023: almost every second German company (48 percent) has been attacked in the last six months. Almost every second company was attacked. Cohesity interviewed 2 decision-makers (3.400 of them from Germany) from the areas of IT and security operations (SecOps) about ransomware....

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Cybersecurity jobs essential even in the age of AI
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New technologies - formerly the steam turbine, today artificial intelligence - have always significantly changed our private and professional everyday life. New job descriptions have often emerged and continue to emerge as a result. With regard to current technological developments and social changes, Kaspersky asked IT decision-makers in companies in Germany which future-oriented professions they would choose if they could start their careers again today. The exciting results: 45 percent could imagine working as an AI mentor in the future. As the complexity and maturity of artificial intelligence increases, it needs a...

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AI survey: Cautious optimism among German employees
AI survey: Cautious optimism among German employees

Only around 16 percent of German employees are already using AI-based tools at work. The risk for companies is still low. The majority of respondents are ambivalent about AI. With services such as ChatGPT and Midjourney, artificial intelligence (AI) has not only made it into the public eye in recent months, but is also continuing its advance into the everyday business and work routine of many employees. However, numerous questions are still unclear in this context: Is the technology already being used across the board in everyday working life, despite all the media hype? Do the…

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Cloud: Sticking to passwords despite security risks
Cloud: Sticking to passwords despite security risks

A new industry study reveals that half of cloud professionals surveyed are frustrated with password hygiene requirements. But the experts want to stick to the passwords, although there are secure alternatives with MFA. A survey at Cloud Expo Europe provides information. Even most cloud professionals still cling to the use of passwords, despite their well-known security vulnerabilities, their value as a target for cybercriminals, and widespread user frustration with the complexity of proper password management. That's according to a new industry study...

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