The 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report published by Verizon highlighted a 180% increase in the use of vulnerabilities for initial breach access and a 68% increase in supply chain breaches. Human error still accounts for 68% of the breaches. There has been a rise in pure extortion attacks and ransomware continues to be a leading threat. The report also notes the yet theoretical use of generative artificial intelligence in cyberattacks and states that defensive action needs adaptation based on evolving tactics by threat actors.
CISA announces secure by design pledges from leading tech providers
The CISA announced that 68 software manufacturers have agreed to their Secure by Design pledge, indicating a commitment to prioritizing security measures in their products.
