{"id":637,"date":"2024-07-30T19:02:37","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T00:02:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmitsolutions.com\/bothell-wa-1091\/?p=637"},"modified":"2024-07-30T19:02:37","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T00:02:37","slug":"is-your-data-security-keeping-up-with-your-new-tech-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cmitsolutions.com\/bothell-wa-1091\/blog\/is-your-data-security-keeping-up-with-your-new-tech-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Your Data Security Keeping Up With Your New Tech in 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"

This year has brought a host of promising innovations that redefine how businesses operate and SMBs interact with technology.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

From advancements in <\/span>artificial intelligence (AI)<\/span><\/a> and quantum computing to the proliferation of edge computing and 5G networks, the tech landscape is unquestionably evolving quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n

One critical question looms large amid these transformations: Is your <\/span>data security strategy<\/span><\/a> equipped to handle the IT challenges of 2024?<\/span><\/p>\n

[Related Webinar: <\/b>How To Effectively Combat AI-Powered Threats<\/b><\/a>]<\/b><\/p>\n

The Evolving IT Landscape<\/span><\/h2>\n

The year 2024 has seen several groundbreaking IT trends \u2014 and a unique set of security implications accompanies each one.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, <\/span>CISO\u2019s Guide to the Role of AI in Cybersecurity<\/span><\/a> reported a 1.265% increase in malicious phishing emails and a 967% increase in credential phishing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

And that\u2019s just the tip of the iceberg. Let\u2019s take a look at other threats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[Related: <\/b>Challenges and Best Practices for Financial Security<\/b><\/a>]<\/b><\/p>\n

AI and Machine Learning<\/span><\/h3>\n

AI continues to revolutionize industries with applications ranging from predictive analytics to autonomous systems.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

However, securing AI models and their vast datasets remains a constant concern among rising <\/span>data breach threats<\/span><\/a> and adversarial attacks. Staying on top of the latest innovations is key.<\/span><\/p>\n

Edge Computing<\/span><\/h3>\n

Edge computing<\/b><\/a> brings processing power closer to your data source.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Like other advances, it has two sides. It not only enhances real-time processing capabilities but also introduces new security vulnerabilities at the network level.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

5G Connectivity<\/span><\/h3>\n

The rollout of 5G networks promises lightning-fast speeds and low latency. This enables transformative technologies, such as the <\/b>Internet of Things (IoT)<\/b><\/a> and connected devices.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Increased network complexities like these and an <\/span>expanded attack surface in your network<\/span><\/a> demand particular protection. With that said, heightened security measures beckon \u2014 they protect your SMB against those hyper-disguised cyberthreats.<\/span><\/p>\n

Quantum Computing<\/span><\/h3>\n

While still in its infancy for mainstream applications, <\/b>quantum computing<\/b><\/a> holds major promise for revolutionizing data encryption and decryption.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

But it also poses a future threat to current cryptographic protocols. In turn, <\/span>IT specialists<\/span><\/a> recommend more proactive security measures now.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[Related: <\/b>What\u2019s the Deal With Dual Threat Ransomware?<\/b><\/a>]<\/b><\/p>\n

Key Security Challenges and Strategies<\/span><\/h2>\n

In light of these developments, both SMBs and franchises must address critical security challenges:<\/span><\/p>\n