October 27, 2023 at 12:01AM
SonicWall released the findings of its 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey, revealing that 55% of its customers are more concerned about cyberattacks in 2023, with the main threats being ransomware and spear phishing. The survey also highlighted concerns about slow patching of vulnerabilities, increased fears around insider threats, and the need for more cybersecurity professionals. SonicWall supports Cybersecurity Awareness Month and has launched a new cybersecurity awareness program called Secure Our World.
The main takeaways from the meeting notes are as follows:
1. Cybersecurity concerns are increasing among SonicWall customers, particularly in regards to digital attacks such as ransomware and spear phishing.
2. The 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey reveals that 55% of customers are more concerned about cyberattacks this year compared to previous years.
3. Ransomware is identified as the biggest concern, with 83% of customers citing it as a major threat.
4. Other significant concerns include phishing and spear-phishing (76%) and encrypted malware (64%).
5. Despite the growing threat landscape, 78% of organizations do not patch critical vulnerabilities within 24 hours of availability, and 13% only apply critical patches when time allows.
6. Insider threats are also on the rise, with 49% of IT professionals expressing worry about this issue.
7. Many organizations find their IT/cybersecurity personnel to be inadequate, with 41% describing them as such.
8. Cybersecurity professionals are in high demand as organizations seek to strengthen their defenses against ongoing cyberattacks.
9. Cyberattacks not only result in financial losses but also impact essential infrastructure and real-world services.
10. SonicWall supports Cybersecurity Awareness Month and emphasizes the importance of a new enduring cybersecurity awareness program called “Secure Our World.”
11. The survey methodology involved approximately 10,000 customers worldwide and included both open-ended and multiple-choice questions.
12. SonicWall has been a leader in cybersecurity for over 30 years, providing seamless protection against evasive cyberattacks for enterprises, governments, and SMBs.
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