Expel, a cybersecurity firm, conducted a survey of 500 IT decision-makers (ITDMs) in the United Kingdom to determine the most pressing cybersecurity issues facing organizations. Respondents included a range of senior leaders and security operations center personnel. The report, entitled “The UK cybersecurity landscape: challenges and opportunities,” provides valuable insights and guidance for companies as they plan their security strategies for the coming year and beyond.
The report reveals that most ITDMs are concerned about insider threats, with 70% citing such threats as one of their top concerns. Other key concerns included phishing attacks, ransomware, and supply chain vulnerabilities. However, the report also found that many organizations are not taking adequate steps to address these threats, with only 44% of respondents stating that their company had implemented a formal cybersecurity risk management program.
The report also highlights the importance of collaboration between organizations and their vendors, with 60% of respondents stating that they had experienced a security incident due to a vendor’s actions or lack thereof. Additionally, the report emphasizes the need for a proactive approach to cybersecurity, with 70% of respondents stating that their company was reactive rather than proactive in their security approach.
Overall, the report provides valuable insights into the current state of cybersecurity in the United Kingdom and offers guidance for companies as they navigate the ever-evolving threat landscape. Companies are encouraged to take a proactive approach to cybersecurity, implement formal risk management programs, and collaborate closely with vendors to ensure that their security measures are effective.
Key Points:
– Expel surveyed 500 IT decision-makers in the United Kingdom to determine the most pressing cybersecurity issues facing organizations.
– Insider threats were cited as the top concern, followed by phishing attacks, ransomware, and supply chain vulnerabilities.
– Many organizations are not taking adequate steps to address these threats, with only 44% having implemented a formal cybersecurity risk management program.
– Collaboration between organizations and vendors is essential, with 60% of respondents stating that they had experienced a security incident due to a vendor’s actions or lack thereof.
– A proactive approach to cybersecurity is necessary, with 70% of respondents stating that their company was reactive rather than proactive in their security approach.
