Discover the explosive cybersecurity trends for 2023 that will shake up businesses!
The impact of the war between Russia and Ukraine
Cybersecurity has been influenced by different events in recent years. Whether it’s teleworking during the pandemic or the emergence of AI. It is therefore important to look at the digital security forecasts for the year 2023 in order to understand the risks and the precautionary measures to take to protect your business.
Coming into the second year of the Russia-Ukraine war, economic uncertainty and inflation are playing a role in cybersecurity. We are seeing an increase in attacks, which encourages companies to be doubly vigilant when it comes to IT security.
Despite efforts by some organizations to rapidly provide resources globally, it is likely that the conflict in Europe will continue to have a negative impact on cybersecurity.
Teleworking, a sustainable mode of operation?
Since 2020, in the midst of a pandemic, teleworking has become a new way of working to take into account. In 2023, it continues to grow. However, it also brings virtual security risks and attacks for businesses. Indeed, teleworking involves more frequent use of personal devices connected to company networks, which can be a source of concern for IT security teams. IT departments can no longer be certain, remotely, of the identity of users requesting access to sensitive data. This opens the door to potential scams, especially since there is less direct communication between employees.
However, cybersecurity training can be implemented to inform employees and help them avoid pitfalls on the internet.
Automation: a trend to follow?
The volume of data is growing too fast compared to the cybersecurity workforce. It is increasingly common to automate certain tasks in order to focus on more complex aspects. Algorithms are able to analyze real-time data more efficiently than a human.
This automation frees up time for security teams, who are often overwhelmed. Additionally, it also helps reduce costs for the company.
Improvements in the field of automation are becoming more and more clear, making it a trend to follow. However, this does not replace an IT security team within your company.
A shortage of cybersecurity experts
With the growing demand for IT security across the world, a shortage of qualified professionals can be expected. To maintain an optimal level of security, it is recommended to train your staff so that they are able to handle cyberattacks. Developing the skills of existing employees reduces costs and is beneficial for everyone. Employees will be more likely to stay with the company, will feel valued and this can also attract new talent. This is real added value for your company.
Recently, the US administration released a national cybersecurity strategy. However, in Europe, nothing has yet been established at this level. We therefore recommend that companies opt for their own IT security measures according to their budget: hiring cybersecurity experts, training their own staff, automation, etc.