Cybersecurity professionals, according to Alex Stamos from SentinelOne, are faced with a significant challenge due to the mismatch between the skill sets available and the level of adversaries being dealt with, especially for small to medium businesses. Adversaries, well-versed and skilled in breaching systems, pose a threat that organizations are ill-equipped to handle. This issue extends to large enterprises combating high-end adversaries like the Russian SVR or Chinese PLA, creating a constant mismatch in skills and resources
Furthermore, the rise of generative AI introduces both advantages and risks to cybersecurity defense tactics. While defenders have leveraged AI for detection and operational efficiencies, Stamos emphasizes the potential hazards of adversaries leveraging AI to craft exploit codes, thereby enhancing their offensive capabilities. Mitigating these risks requires a cautious approach to the hyper-automation of AI in cybersecurity, ensuring that human oversight remains integral to decision-making processes. Additionally, Stamos suggests making cybersecurity awareness engaging and enjoyable to alter employees' behavior positively during awareness months, emphasizing the importance of fostering a collaborative security culture within organizations. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/isc2-security-summit-cyber-interview/