Cyber Attack Trends & Threat Forecast for 2021
Summary
The article discusses the challenging cybersecurity landscape of 2020, exacerbated by COVID-19 and the shift to remote work, which created new vulnerabilities. It highlights the increasing importance of application security due to a rise in web application attacks and forecasts upcoming cyber attack trends and threats for 2021.
IFF Assessment
The article details increasing cyber attack trends, phishing, ransomware, and DDoS threats, indicating a worsening security environment for defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders should be aware of the continued impact of remote work on organizational security and the ongoing rise in web application attacks. Preparing for 2021 requires a proactive approach to address evolving threats like phishing and ransomware, focusing on securing the enterprise and enabling remote teams effectively.