In 2015, Gartner analysts began pushing the notion that sooner or later, every organization will be attacked and likely breached, regardless of which security controls they’ve deployed. Since then, most enterprises and government agencies have accepted this harsh fact of digital life – mostly due to consequences, no doubt.
The damages resulting from breaches are far-reaching, extending beyond financial losses to encompass reputational harm, eroded trust, regulatory scrutiny, steep fines, and even job losses at the highest levels. Consequently, cybersecurity planning has taken center stage, layers of controls have been added, and security investments have surged. Some market prognosticators say in the near future the market will reach a staggering $260 billion.
