Priya PatelTL;DR:
This article presents a summary of the top 10 cybersecurity predictions for 2024. The predictions are compiled from reports by different companies, including Checkpoint, Google Cloud, Fortinet, Kaspersky, and McAfee. Key points from each report are highlighted, including the increased adoption of AI by threat actors, the targeting of cloud resources, supply chain attacks, and the use of deepfake technology by hackers. Other predictions include the rise of hacktivism, the weaponization of AI, and the persistence of phishing attacks. The report also emphasizes the need for improved security strategies and partnerships to combat cybercrime effectively.
Key elements:
- Checkpoint’s predictions include the increased adoption of AI by threat actors, targeting of cloud resources, supply chain attacks, and the use of deepfake technology by hackers.
- Google Cloud predicts the rapid proliferation of AI-powered tools among cyber attackers and the use of AI technologies by defenders.
- Fortinet predicts a new era of advanced persistent cybercrime, intensifying turf wars among cybercrime groups, and the use of AI in attacks.
- Kaspersky predicts the use of smart home technologies by APT attackers, the emergence of new botnets, and the increased targeting of mobile device threat systems.
- McAfee’s predictions include the disruption of election cycles by AI tools, AI scams on social media, the rise in cyberbullying, charity fraud, and Olympic-sized scams.
The article highlights the importance of organizations developing comprehensive incident response and recovery plans, implementing preventative measures against cyber attacks, and forming partnerships for easier information sharing in combatting cybercrime. The need for stronger policies and regulations, education, and awareness to prevent cyberbullying and fraud is also emphasized.
