Forescout Says AI, Supply Chain Drive 51% Surge

Forescout says AI is playing a pivotal role in the surge of cybersecurity threats across IoT and OT infrastructures. The report highlights a 51% increase in disclosed vulnerabilities compared to the previous period, driven in part by AI-assisted vulnerability research. Supply chain compromises are increasingly prevalent, with teams like TeamPCP and PCPJack targeting critical systems. The report also reveals a sharp 25% rise in ransomware incidents, impacting sectors such as healthcare and technology. Nearly half of these attacks focus on older vulnerabilities. Iran’s state-linked actors like the Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) are leveraging social engineering and credential theft to mount espionage campaigns. The report underscores the necessity for firms to enhance security measures across diverse platforms, emphasizing the importance of addressing known weaknesses. Forescout says AI’s accelerating capability makes robust cyber defenses indispensable. For a detailed analysis, read the full report at the link below.

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