New report reveals phishing and ransomware attacks are on the rise with half of companies experiencing some form of cyber threat in the past year.
Confidentiality of Breaches
According to a recent report, 42% of cybersecurity professionals reported being told to keep a breach confidential. The U.S. had the highest rate at 71%, followed by the U.K. at 44%, Italy at 36.7%, Germany at 35.3%, Spain at 34.8%, and France at 26.8%.
Experience with Data Breaches
The report indicates that 52% of global respondents experienced a data breach or leak in the last 12 months. The U.S. led with 75%, followed by the U.K. at 51.4% and Germany at 48.5%.
Challenges in Cybersecurity
The survey revealed that 43% of IT/security professionals identified extending capabilities across multiple environments (on-premises, cloud, and hybrid) and the complexity of security solutions as their greatest challenges. Additionally, 36% cited the lack of a skilled security workforce as a significant concern.