Top security priorities in 2023, according to the Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tex Security priorities 2023 The report helps security leaders ensure a hybrid workforce, respond to regulatory changes, and adopt next-gen cybersecurity technologies.

Toronto, February 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ – Although ransomware campaigns in 2016 Although they will have more than quartered by 2022, largely due to the decline of experienced cybercriminals, IT leaders still consider them to be the most serious cyber threats. To help security leaders explore important 2023 security trends and tailor related priorities for their organizations, global IT research and consulting firm Info-Tech Research Group has published its annual industry resource, the Security Priorities 2023 Report.

“In addition to ransomware and the hybrid operating model, in 2022, we see a growing risk landscape, regulatory changes, and the possibility of an economic downturn in late 2023.” He explains Ida Siahanresearch director and lead analyst for the report. “Furthermore, organizations are facing ongoing issues of inadequate cybersecurity resources and enterprise modernization, all of which will impact how we prioritize cybersecurity in the coming year.”“

InfoTech’s annual security priorities are based on interviews with security and IT leaders, as well as key data from across the organization. 2023 technology trends Report and upcoming The State of Hybrid Work in IT: A Trend ReportIt is set to be released in March 2023. The new Security Priorities report focuses on potential changes to processes and IT infrastructure in hybrid operations, risk and insights, readiness to meet current and future regulations, and information detailing the potential impact of a recession on security budgets.

The organization recommends that security and IT leaders keep the following five priorities as they work to modernize their organizations, secure hybrid work environments, and mitigate risks and cyber threats.

1. Maintain a safe hybrid operation. The pandemic has changed how people work and where they choose to work, with many still opting for a hybrid work model. The initial investment in developing remote work options was extensive and will require continued investment in maintaining a reliable remote work infrastructure that facilitates a hybrid work model. According to InfoTech Research, security leaders must build a strong cybersecurity workforce by strategically acquiring, retaining, and developing talent to protect secure systems and increase confidence in the security practice.
2. Secure Enterprise Update. Despite all the cyber security risks, organizations generally continue with modernization plans because of the long-term benefits. These plans may include digital transformation to the cloud, operational technology (OT) and the Internet of Things (IoT). Security leaders must combine IT and OT security to address the risk of clustering environments to protect the entire organization.
3. Responding to regulatory changes. Government-imposed regulatory changes are occurring at an ever-increasing pace. Rather than viewing these changes as a compliance burden, organizations should use these changes as opportunities to improve security practices. Security leaders must identify relevant compliance obligations, implement policies and specific procedures, and monitor and report to ensure their improvements are effective.
4. Adopt next-generation cybersecurity technologies. The cat and mouse game between threat actors and defenders continues. The looming question is, “Can defenders do better?” It has responded with rapid advances in technology. However, next-generation cybersecurity technologies alone are not a silver bullet and require skilled talent, valuable information and best practices to gain a competitive advantage. Governments and cybercriminals recognize the importance of new technologies such as zero-trust architecture and AI-based cybersecurity, and so do security and IT leaders.
5. Reliable services and applications. Software is often produced as part of a supply chain rather than in silos. Vulnerabilities in any part of the supply chain can be a threat, as seen in recent incidents like Log4j and SolarWinds. To respond to this challenge, DevSecOps has developed a culture and philosophy that unifies development, security, and operations. DevSecOps provides many benefits, such as rapid development of secure software and ensuring that tests are performed securely and regularly before software is released and delivered. Security and technology leaders must embrace this philosophy and the latest software development best practices to ensure that every link in the software supply chain is secure.

Info-Tech’s latest priorities report includes recommended actions in addition to templates for security and technology leaders that can be used to explain each priority to their stakeholders.

Download and read the whole thing Security priorities 2023 Report and register for upcoming webinars to learn more about each priority for the coming year.

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