AI Elevates Corporate Defense Against Cybercriminals from Peashooter to Howitzer Power
In light of the increasing volume and sophistication of cyber threats, organizations recognize that more than reliance upon predominantly human-based defenses is required to combat a growing threat landscape. AI-enabled cybersecurity has become a force multiplier, enabling organizations to anticipate and react to the moves of malicious actors in advance and respond with greater speed and efficiency.
An AI-based defense against cybercriminals has the advantage of analyzing vast amounts of data in seconds, identifying patterns that humans might miss. Further, AI continually learns from past attacks to improve its ability to detect and prevent future attacks.
Unfortunately, in the same way corporate defenders can purchase weapons, AI can also be used by cybercriminals to carry out more complex attacks. Hackers can now launch attacks using far less human effort and with far fewer errors in language and context.
To hold ground against AI-enabled cyber criminals, the battle requires a counterforce of equal or greater power. You can’t fight an intruder with a pea shooter. The power of AI-enabled cybersecurity equips security teams with the Howitzer-strength force of intensive data analytics and continual learning. AI technologies offer cybersecurity a counterbalance to threat activities in these areas:
Speed and Scale — Cyber criminals are launching attacks at an unprecedented speed and targeting multiple systems simultaneously. A security counterattack must move beyond merely manual analysis, decision-making, and response and leverage the pace and scale of AI.
Automation — Cyber criminals use automated tools and techniques to exploit vulnerabilities, launch attacks, and infiltrate systems. AI-based cybersecurity systems can leverage automation to detect, analyze, and respond to these threats in real-time, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of defense.
Pattern Recognition — AI algorithms excel at pattern recognition and anomaly detection. They can identify subtle patterns and detect potential threats or malicious activities. Security teams can gain an advantage by analyzing previous attack patterns for forming preemptive strategies.
Adaptability — Cyber criminals constantly evolve tactics and techniques to bypass traditional security measures. AI-powered defenses can adapt their strategies by updating their algorithms and identifying emerging threats to stay ahead of cybercriminals.
Continuous Monitoring — Cybersecurity requires continuous monitoring of systems, networks, and user activities to quickly detect and respond to threats. Humans have limitations in attention span, fatigue, and the ability to monitor multiple systems simultaneously. AI-powered systems run 24/7/365 to provide constant vigilance without succumbing to these limitations.
Human defenses alone offer frail armament against today’s technology-enabled cybercriminals. Without more sophisticated tools, security teams will continue to struggle with the volume and complexity of modern cyber threats. While humans play a crucial role in cybersecurity, AI-driven technologies greatly enhance their efforts. Combining human expertise and AI capabilities can create a powerful defense against cyber criminals, improving threat detection, faster response times, and a more proactive approach to cybersecurity.
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Originally published on www.revbits.com
