CISOs Need To Think About Risks Before Rushing Into AI
HelpNet Security, Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Organizations are increasing investments in cloud, AI, and emerging technologies, but their infrastructure and security strategies often lag behind.
A recent Unisys survey of 1,000 senior executives shows that business and IT leaders are not always aligned on what needs to be in place before the next wave of technology arrives.
From a security perspective, the findings raise concerns about how quickly organizations are moving ahead without addressing core risks. Eighty-five percent of respondents said their cybersecurity posture is reactive, meaning they focus more on responding to incidents than preventing them. This approach leaves organizations open to attacks that can cause serious downtime. Forty-one percent said an hour of unplanned downtime costs between $100,000 and $500,000.