A new global report shows that 98% of cybersecurity professionals see room for improvement in their infrastructure, even though most are generally satisfied.
Satisfaction does not always mean contentment. That’s a key takeaway from the international report “Improving resilience: cybersecurity through system immunity,” published this week by Kaspersky. The study reveals that 98% of cybersecurity experts believe their current systems could be better, despite most expressing satisfaction with their digital defenses.
The survey, conducted with 850 IT professionals responsible for cybersecurity in large companies worldwide—including Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Russia, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA)—explores how organizations manage their protection and what their future plans entail.
Yes, satisfied—but not complacent
According to the study, 94% of respondents say they are satisfied or very satisfied with their organization’s defenses. However, a deeper analysis uncovers a high level of technical self-criticism:
- 76% believe there are areas that could be improved
- 22% think significant improvements are necessary
The vulnerabilities highlighted by professionals are notable, including:
- Manual processes that take too much time (30%)
- Reactive protections instead of proactive systems (29%)
- Lack of specialized personnel (27%)
- Too many different tools without integration (23%)
Technology fragmentation is among the most serious issues. Kaspersky states that using multiple disconnected solutions complicates management, increases the risk of human errors, and leaves security gaps due to poor coordination.
Other emerging concerns
Beyond operational challenges, respondents also mention:
- Elevated risk of system collapse following a successful attack (22%)
- Overly complex IT/OT environments to maintain (21%)
- Use of outdated threat intelligence (20%)
- Alert fatigue (18%)
- Non-functional or outdated tools (17%)
All these points highlight a clear need: to move toward a smarter, automated, and integrated security model capable of quickly adapting to an ever-evolving threat landscape.
Kaspersky’s recipe: automation, visibility, and secure design
The Russian company recommends three approaches to strengthen cybersecurity in large enterprise environments:
- Deploy XDR solutions like Kaspersky Next XDR Expert, which centralize data collection and provide automated threat response.
- Increase visibility and context with Kaspersky Threat Intelligence to detect risks before they materialize.
- Build security into the code with products like KasperskyOS that ensure applications can continue operating safely even under attack.
“Companies need a more cohesive and preventive approach that reinforces their entire digital ecosystem. Resilience must be at the core of security strategy,” says Alexander Kostyuchenko, product manager at Kaspersky.
Conclusion: cybersecurity is no longer just about protection, but resilience
The report not only exposes weaknesses in current strategies but also signifies a paradigm shift. In a highly connected world where cyberattacks can halt critical operations, organizations are seeking not just to defend themselves but to adapt, withstand, and recover swiftly.
Modernizing defenses is no longer optional but essential to remain competitive and ensure business continuity in the 21st century.
Source: Security news