Rising AI-powered attacks, Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS), and zero-day vulnerabilities in 2024 prompted security experts to call for new approaches to cybersecurity.
Check Point Software summarised how traditional endpoint, SaaS, and email security solutions are no longer sufficient in protecting digital workplaces.
2024 threats
GenAI platforms have revolutionized the workplace in 2024, but this sophisticated technology comes with significant risks. GlobeNewswire reports that a staggering 89% of browser-based threats stem from AI-powered phishing attempts, underscoring the need for heightened security measures.
A report from CybSafe revealed that 40% of employees admitted to sharing confidential business data with AI tools, which served as a warning to use GenAI platforms without proper protocols.
Advanced browser security features like browser isolation are becoming crucial as attackers target online browsers more frequently. These technologies stop malware infections and data breaches by isolating dangerous sessions from the rest of the network.
Zero-day vulnerabilities in popular browsers surged in 2024. High-severity exploits, such as CVE-2024-7971 in Chrome’s V8 JavaScript engine, enabled hackers to execute malicious code remotely, compromising corporate and sensitive data.
What to expect in 2025
In 2025, AI-powered threats are expected to make the cyber threat landscape more sophisticated.
Additionally, deepfake technology will make detecting phishing attacks and impersonations more challenging. Emerging technologies such as quantum computing could also disrupt current encryption standards.
Moreover, organisations may need to advance their browser security as the browser becomes a critical access point for attacks.
Proactive defence
Fighting against escalating threats requires organisations to adopt proactive defences, strengthen governance, implement zero-trust frameworks, and invest in AI-driven threat detection to rise above AI-powered attacks.
