Five network security predictions for 2024 – SiliconANGLE>
Silicon Angle – Robert Hof
Based on the information provided, here are the key takeaways and predictions for network security in 2024:
Increased focus on SaaS security: With the growing adoption of SaaS applications, there will be an increased focus on securing these applications.
Rise in DDoS attacks: DDoS attacks have been increasing rapidly and are expected to continue to do so in 2024\) Protecting against these attacks will be critical.
Convergence of cybersecurity vendors: Organizations are expected to actively work towards consolidating the number of cybersecurity vendors they use to reduce operational complexity and mitigate risk.
Industry consolidation and acquisitions: More acquisitions are expected in the cybersecurity industry as vendors look to add to the breadth of their solutions and become more attractive to customers.
Zero Trust Network Architectures (ZTNA) are the future of network security: ZTNA assumes that threats can come from both inside and outside the traditional network perimeter.
It follows the principle of least privilege, implements micro-segmentation, and places a strong emphasis on multi-factor authentication (MFA).
The use of AI and automation has led to a significant increase in attack activity, with a 387% increase in attack activity from Q1 to Q2 2023\) The SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline attacks were a wake-up call for the industry to take Zero Trust seriously.
Zero Trust is adaptable to cloud environments, helps organizations comply with data protection and privacy regulations, and is expected to be the future of network security.
The SASE model is also gaining popularity as it consolidates numerous networking and security functions in a single, integrated cloud service.
Unlike a VPN, which just recognizes a device, ZTNA recognizes a user and combines that recognition with real-time context.
For example, if a user is US-based but is logging in from Italy, it will send up a red flag.
Some of the products that are top of mind when it comes to turning consolidation into growth opportunities are SASE and XDR.
Zscaler’s Zero Trust architecture mitigates the ability for a threat actor to get into the network and move around laterally, regardless of where applications are hosted.
Cisco’s $28B acquisition of Splunk and SonicWall’s acquisition of Banyan Security are examples of significant acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry.
Link: https://siliconangle.com/2024/01/17/five-network-security-predictions-2024