By Jessica Ellis | December 14, 2022
In 2022, geopolitical unrest and an expanding online attack surface contributed to the emergence of several themes across the cyber landscape. Infrastructures associated with opposing ideologies were highly targeted, with government agencies, supply chains, and IOT devices falling victim to high-profile campaigns. Cybercriminals launched increasingly advanced attacks on vulnerable entities, with DDoS, ransomware, and hacking for a cause all consistently making headlines. And governments around the world began responding with laws and regulations to combat the escalating threats associated with cyberattacks on organizations big and small.
Looking ahead to 2023, Fortra’s security experts anticipate new cyber challenges will emerge, and in return, organizations and authorities will work together to better strengthen their security posture and response to threats. Below is a look at what our cybersecurity experts predict for 2023.
Hacktivism and Geopolitics
The conflict in Ukraine and impending recession are two examples of factors that drove an uptick in emotionally-driven cybercrime and recruitment in 2022. Experts believe that scams associated with current events, such as political instability and war, will continue to trigger emotional responses from bad actors, with government agencies and businesses as prime targets.
The economic downturn will cause negative impacts to the cybercommunity, as history dictates an increase in cybercrime during recessions. Security teams should be on the lookout for scams masquerading as government assistance programs and job recruitment as attackers look to take advantage of job seekers or those otherwise dealing with difficult circumstances. The consequences of online attacks during the recession could be exacerbated if cybersecurity operations experience cuts in an effort to curb costs.
These spending shifts may make it easier for threat actors to recruit insiders as ..
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