CISOs on high alert: 10 threats that can paralyze any company
A global report reveals that CISOs face a complex and multifaceted landscape with multiple cyber threats that can threaten organizations.
Cybersecurity is no longer limited to protecting a single entry point; it must defend an entire digital ecosystem. A recent BrandShield report, which surveyed 200 CISOs, highlights the variety and complexity of the threats companies face today.
Far from being a single dominant threat, concerns are spread across multiple fronts, reflecting the dynamic and complex nature of today’s digital environment. This scenario forces security leaders to confront a landscape of interconnected risks that can mutually reinforce each other and complicate defense.
The 10 threats that concern CISOs
The risks that most concern CISOs are evenly distributed across ten broad categories:
- Phishing.
- Malware y ransomware.
- Brand impersonation
- Data and credentials leak.
- Supply chain attacks.
- Vulnerabilities in third-party software.
- Insider threats.
- Social media scams and fake sites.
- Deepfakes.
- Riesgos asociados a inteligencia artificial generativa.
The connection between threats and the importance of resilience
Today, cyberattacks are highly intertwined. A phishing attack can be the gateway for ransomware; a compromised account can lead to massive breaches; a deepfake can trick employees and open internal vulnerabilities. Therefore, cyber resilience is key not only to protecting digital assets but also to ensuring reputation and operational continuity.
Markowicz adds: “When we talk about cybersecurity, we’re no longer just talking about technology; we’re talking about business. A ransomware attack or a credential leak can bring a company’s entire operations to a standstill, impact its reputation, and lead to significant financial losses.”
Urgent steps to strengthen the defense
Given this scenario, cybersecurity requires a comprehensive approach. It’s no longer enough to prioritize a single threat; organizations must build robust and flexible defenses. Recommended actions include automating digital certificate management, detecting and eliminating threats in real time, and adding additional layers of security such as multi-factor authentication (MFA).
“It’s no longer about finding the ‘perfect solution,’ but rather about building a defense architecture that combines complementary tools to minimize risks from different angles,” says Néstor Markowicz, COO of CertiSur.