A recent study by Kaspersky in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region found that 61% and 64% of companies have already integrated artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) into their infrastructures, and 28% and another 26% plan to do so. adoption within two years.
According to Kaspersky, interconnected technologies including AI, IoT and others are reshaping businesses by improving data collection and process automation. However, they also introduce new security risks that require special attention to protect company assets and customer data.
As interconnected technologies proliferate, businesses are advised to ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place to protect against emerging threats.
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“With an increasing amount of data being collected and transmitted, cybersecurity measures need to be strengthened,” said Adrian Hia, general manager for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky. “Businesses must protect critical assets, build customer trust in an expanding interconnected landscape, and ensure adequate resources are allocated to cybersecurity so they can use new solutions to meet the challenges of tomorrow. interconnected technology.
Vulnerability to cyberattacks
Kaspersky’s study, “Connecting the Future of Business,” surveyed 560 senior IT security executives worldwide, including 100 respondents from the APAC region, to explore the cybersecurity implications of interconnected technologies. The research focused on various technologies such as AI, IoT, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), digital twins, 6G, Web 3.0 and data spaces.
The findings reveal that while adoption of AI and IoT is widespread, data spaces are currently used by 27% of businesses, with more than half considering future adoption. Other technologies such as AR/VR, 6G and Web 3.0 are being considered for integration by more than 70% of companies surveyed.
Despite the benefits of interconnected technologies, their widespread adoption exposes them to vulnerabilities to cyberattacks. About 13-14% of organizations perceive AI and IoT as difficult to protect, and only a minority feel fully secure. Less adopted technologies such as AR/VR and 6G pose the biggest cybersecurity challenges, with 40-51% of Asian businesses struggling to secure them.
“This highlights the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures as businesses adopt interconnected technologies,” Kaspersky said.
To address the transformative impact of interconnected technologies, organizations must prioritize robust implementation and protection strategies. Based on research findings, Kaspersky recommends four key approaches to protecting organizations against cyber threats:
- Adopt security principles by design: Integrating cybersecurity throughout the software development lifecycle ensures resilience against cyberattacks. Solutions such as Cyber Immune, based on KasperskyOS, minimize threat surfaces, improving defense against breaches.
- Invest in workforce training: Cultivating a culture of cyber awareness depends on equipping employees with knowledge and skills. Kaspersky Expert training allows InfoSec professionals to effectively defend themselves against evolving threats.
- Upgrade cybersecurity solutions: As interconnected technologies proliferate, advanced platforms like Kaspersky Extended Detection and Response (XDR) are essential for correlating telemetry and providing rapid threat detection and response. For container-based AI solutions, products such as Kaspersky Container Security provide end-to-end security throughout the application lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance: Compliance with regulations protects against legal and reputational risks. Continually aligning cybersecurity practices with evolving standards and legal requirements mitigates potential pitfalls.
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