The podcast explores the challenges of cyber threats in 2024, including hybrid work environments, geopolitical challenges, and technological changes. It discusses the risks of the fourth industrial revolution, such as artificial intelligence and regulation. The importance of data management, business implications, and security governance is emphasized. Clear accountability in data collection and the support request are also mentioned.
The evolving cybersecurity landscape and geopolitical space create new challenges and opportunities for security professionals in the digital era.
Data management in a hybrid environment becomes a key focus area, as security professionals navigate the challenges of aligning data security with business objectives and addressing potential manipulation by threat actors.
Deep dives
Emerging Threats for Next Year
In this episode, Steve Durban presents emerging threats for 2024. He highlights the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the challenges faced by security professionals in the digital era. The expansion of corporate real estate and the geopolitical space creates new challenges for organizations. Additionally, technological advancements, cyber warfare, and regulation further complicate the security landscape. However, these challenges also provide an opportunity for the security field to demonstrate its value and align with business objectives.
Data Challenges in a Hybrid Environment
One of the key areas of focus for 2024 is data management in a hybrid environment. The increasing amount of data being created and managed raises questions about data quality, confidentiality, and availability. Security professionals face the challenge of aligning their traditional role of securing information with the business' need to exploit and use data. Preserving data integrity and addressing the potential manipulation of data by threat actors becomes crucial in this landscape.
The Impact of AI and Regulation
Another area of concern is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the impact of regulations. AI relies heavily on data, making data governance and transparency important factors. As companies experiment with AI, they must ensure they stay on the right side of regulations and understand the associated risks. The evolving regulatory landscape, especially regarding AI and data use, adds complexity for companies operating in multiple jurisdictions. Security professionals play a vital role in ensuring cybersecurity aligns with AI implementation and navigating the compliance landscape.
Today’s episode features Steve’s recent presentation to ISF members on Emerging Threats for next year. He offers a picture of the evolution of cyber, and the resulting challenges and opportunities for security professionals, in 2024.