CISOs Grapple with Rising Cyberattack Threats Amid Data Loss Crisis
Cybersecurity Dive
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are facing heightened anxiety over cyberattack risks, with two-thirds reporting material data losses in the past year, up from 46% the previous year. The "Voice of the CISO" report, surveying 1,600 security leaders, reveals that three-quarters of CISOs fear a significant cyberattack ahead; despite confidence in their cybersecurity culture, many acknowledge their organizations are ill-prepared for such threats. This disconnect between CISOs and corporate boards, along with the willingness to pay ransoms to recover data, highlights critical vulnerabilities in business continuity planning that healthcare professionals must address to enhance organizational security. The findings emphasize the need for improved communication and preparedness as regulatory scrutiny increases in the cybersecurity landscape.