Commentary: Navigating the Complex Security Landscape in 2025

Security teams have always had to adapt to change, but new developments that will play out over the next year could make 2025 particularly challenging. The accelerating pace of AI innovation, increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, and new regulatory mandates will require chief information security officers (CISOs) to navigate a more complex landscape.

The Rise of AI-Enabled Threats

Vendors are rapidly adding AI-enabled features to existing products, and the foundational large language models (LLMs) they are using present a new attack surface that malicious actors will try to exploit. CISOs will need to understand their level of exposure to these threats and learn how to mitigate them.

Improved Authentication and Authorization

Authentication and authorization will also be improved, with AI automatically assigning roles and permissions as services are deployed across cloud environments. This will lead to improved security outcomes, reduced risk, and enhanced collaboration between developers and their security peers.

Embracing AI-Powered Solutions to Secure the Threat Landscape

As the technology landscape continues to evolve and cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, CISOs must recognize the new threats that AI can present while embracing AI-powered solutions to stay ahead of them. By leveraging AI to automate security tasks, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to threats in real-time, organizations can strengthen their security posture and stay ahead of the fast-evolving threat landscape.