Here's how to address the global #cybersecurity skills gap
May 2, 2023 · To that end, this new initiative will seek to raise awareness and knowledge amongst C-suite executives and decision-makers about cybersecurity skills deficit and its economic and security implications, and define strategic approaches and processes that will help build sustainable cyber talent pipelines within organizations and across sectors.
US National Cybersecurity Strategy: What you need to know
Mar 9, 2023 · The US' National Security Strategy recognizes the need to rebalance the burden of responsibility for cybersecurity away from small businesses and individuals and onto the public and private organizations best placed to defend cyberspace through "robust collaboration".
Tackling cybersecurity's global talent shortage: Report | World ...
Apr 28, 2024 · Two-thirds of organizations face additional risks because of cybersecurity skills shortages, yet only 15% of firms expect cyber skills to significantly ramp up by 2026, the white paper explains. The Forum notes that the cyber industry’s continual demand for talent means “there is little optimism that the supply will catch up” despite ...
Quantum computing will lead to new risks for cyber security
Nov 10, 2021 · Cyber security expert Jaya Baloo explains why and how we need to protect our economies in case of a quantum future. The privacy of online communication is currently protected by cryptography, which shields information as it travels around the internet.
Cybersecurity rules saw big changes in 2024 | World Economic …
Oct 17, 2024 · The regulations come as business leaders are increasingly open to enhanced cybersecurity rules. In fact, the World Economic Forum’s latest Global Security Outlook found that 60% of executives believe proper cyber and privacy regulations effectively reduce risk – a major increase from the 21% in 2022.
7 trends that could shape the future of cybersecurity in 2030
Mar 3, 2023 · It is imperative for security practitioners to take a holistic view on the advancement of digital technologies to stay ahead of the curve. As per the Global Cybersecurity Outlook Report , a varied range of new technologies is being adopted by organizations, significantly raising the complexity of securing the digital ecosystem and widening the ...
Cybersecurity and AI: The challenges and opportunities
Jun 5, 2023 · Similarly, cyber-attackers can use AI to create deepfake voices and impersonate high-ranking executives. A well-executed deepfake could deceive employees into authorising large unauthorised fund transfers, exploiting human trust to circumvent security measures.
The rise of AI threats and cybersecurity: predictions for 2024
Feb 15, 2024 · The landscape of cyber threats will include more sophisticated artificial intelligence techniques, such as advanced phishing campaigns and deepfakes, for which organizations must prepare. New regulations require and will galvanize more cybersecurity expertise in the boardroom plus strategic risk management and third-party risk assessment to ...
Closing cyber skills gap needs public-private collaboration | World ...
Jul 23, 2024 · One example is the Cybersecurity Learning Hub, a World Economic Forum partner-led initiative managed by Fortinet, Salesforce and the Global Cyber Alliance. The hub features a library of career-oriented information, expert interviews and training modules – enabling every user to map their own learning and career path.
Spotlight on cybersecurity: 10 things you need to know in 2024
Oct 1, 2024 · The world is facing a big cyber skills gap, with a global shortage of nearly 4 million cyber professionals, according to the Centre for Cybersecurity. At the same time, almost 90% of organizations experienced a breach in the last year, which they can partially attribute to a lack of cybersecurity skills.