Recently, Tenable, the Exposure Management company, released its latest Cloud security report titled “2024 Cloud Security Outlook: Navigating Barriers and Setting Priorities”. The report reveals that most IT managers (97%) plan to expand their Cloud environments in the coming year. However, 45% of those responsible for managing Cloud security cite a significant lack of expertise as a major barrier to implementing new Cloud security measures.
Additionally, 33% of respondents believe that one of the biggest risks to their Cloud infrastructure now lies outside the organisation, in the form of third-party suppliers.
This indicates that while Cloud adoption is increasing, organisations are facing serious security challenges from both internal and external sources.
“In today’s digital landscape, organisations are racing to embrace Cloud technologies for their myriad benefits, yet our latest findings reveal that a staggering 97% of organisations are currently grappling with insufficient expertise in Cloud infrastructure security, ” said Bernard Montel, EMEA Technical Director and Security Strategist, Tenable.
“While the intention to expand cloud systems is evident among IT leaders, the alarming occurrence of breaches and the identified risks, such as third-party providers in supply chains, underscores the urgent need for organisations to prioritise investment in upskilling and resources. Addressing the clear skills gap is paramount in fortifying cloud security measures and mitigating the risks posed by an evolving threat landscape.”
The report also highlights the prevalence of Cloud-related breaches, with half (50%) of UK businesses reporting that they experienced between three and four Cloud-based security breaches in the past year alone.
This underscores the urgent need for organisations to enhance their Cloud security strategies and invest in the necessary expertise to safeguard their digital assets effectively, particularly as IT managers expand their infrastructure and move more assets into cloud environments.
As businesses continue to adopt Cloud technologies, Tenable remains committed to empowering them with innovative solutions and actionable insights to address the evolving challenges of Cloud security.
The full Tenable Cloud Security Outlook Report 2024 can be found here.
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