3 Predictions We’re Making About Network Security

Network Security



Innovation has always been a major part of building better solutions, but some of the most recent trends have been in regard to enhancing security. In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses must stay ahead of cyber threats by adopting new technologies and strategies. Cybersecurity is no longer a static concern; it is a dynamic field that requires constant vigilance and adaptation. The increasing sophistication of cyberattacks has prompted organizations to seek out innovative solutions to safeguard their data and systems.

Adapting to the threat environment is one of the most important parts of running a business, so innovation has been geared toward giving users and organizations alike the security they need. Cybercriminals are becoming more adept at bypassing traditional defenses, which has made proactive security measures essential. As a result, companies are investing in more advanced tools, such as artificial intelligence (A.I.) and machine learning, to detect and respond to threats in real-time.

That being said, a lot can change in a short period of time. Let’s take a look at some predictions for how security will change in the near future.

Prediction 1: Penetration Testing Will Happen More Often Than Ever, Thanks to A.I. and Automation

Penetration testing is one of the best ways that your organization can enhance network security–particularly because it’s much easier to identify weaknesses that your staff may have overlooked. These tests simulate real-world attacks to uncover potential vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them. Traditionally, penetration testing has been a manual and time-consuming process, often conducted once or twice a year.

Hiring an external third party to handle this is a great way to make sure that any internal mistakes aren’t repeated. Basically, penetration testing is a time-consuming process that is better left to someone other than your internal staff, who are likely to have their own responsibilities to attend to. External experts bring a fresh perspective and are less likely to overlook security gaps that internal teams might miss due to familiarity with the systems.

However, artificial intelligence and automation have made it so that even less time has to be wasted on security testing. A.I.-driven tools can continuously monitor and test systems, providing real-time feedback on vulnerabilities. This shift from periodic to continuous penetration testing allows businesses to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.

Now that these processes can be done more frequently due to the process being automated, you can save more time than ever before. Plus, consider the fact that so much technology is added to an infrastructure in just a single calendar year, and you have a disaster waiting to happen–that is, unless you are running frequent penetration testing. With automation, companies can integrate security testing into their development pipelines, ensuring that new applications and updates are secure from the start.

Prediction 2: Unified Policies Will Appear That Bridge Public and Private Clouds

Cloud technology is more accessible than it has ever been before, prompting businesses to use both private and public cloud solutions to varying degrees. As more companies adopt hybrid cloud models, the need for consistent security policies across different environments becomes evident. A hybrid cloud infrastructure combines the scalability of public clouds with the control and security of private clouds, offering the best of both worlds.

As a result, since they both have their benefits, hybrid cloud solutions are more popular today. However, managing security across multiple cloud platforms can be challenging. Each cloud provider has its own security protocols, and businesses must ensure that their policies are consistently applied to prevent gaps that hackers could exploit.

One of the biggest shortcomings of such a convenient solution is that you can’t consolidate security policies to simplify the management of a large infrastructure, but this could change in the near future–especially when you consider how quickly technology develops. Emerging cloud management platforms promise to unify security policies across different environments, providing a centralized dashboard for monitoring and enforcement.

Industry professionals suspect that a multi-cloud management platform will soon be able to synchronize with your private and public clouds to create a single control panel for all of your needs. This development will not only improve security but also simplify compliance efforts, as businesses can enforce regulatory requirements across all their cloud resources with ease.

Prediction 3: Endpoint Security Will Be More On Point

The biggest threats to your organization’s security are the people using your technology. Human error remains one of the leading causes of security breaches, with phishing attacks and social engineering tactics becoming more sophisticated. In recent years, social engineering has increased in scope and scale, taking advantage of the rather unpredictable nature of mobile device security.

Hackers are often able to take advantage of the weaker security on mobile devices to infiltrate networks and cause trouble. Employees frequently use personal devices to access corporate resources, blurring the lines between work and personal use. This trend has given rise to mobile-based attacks, such as smishing (SMS phishing) and malicious apps.

There still isn’t a single unified solution for this issue, but this is likely to change in the near future. Endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions are becoming more advanced, incorporating machine learning algorithms to identify suspicious behavior and potential threats across all devices connected to the network.

Businesses want an easier time managing and maintaining mobile device security, so it’s only a matter of time before a unified solution presents itself in some capacity. Solutions that offer centralized management and real-time monitoring will become standard, enabling companies to quickly detect and mitigate threats regardless of the devices used.

You can count on WheelHouse IT to stay connected to the most recent developments in technology development. Our team continuously monitors the cybersecurity landscape to provide our clients with the best possible protection against emerging threats.

To learn more about the latest solutions, reach out to us at (877) 771-2384. Let us help you secure your business for the future.

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