The insider threat rises again
Summary
A new Mimecast report indicates a significant rise in both malicious and negligent insider incidents, with organizations experiencing an average of six such incidents per month, costing an estimated $13.1 million each. Attackers are increasingly leveraging insiders as an entry point to bypass perimeter defenses. The report suggests that adaptive controls are needed to identify and mitigate high-risk actions in real-time.
IFF Assessment
This article is bad news for defenders because it highlights an increasing and costly threat from insider actions, both intentional and accidental, which are becoming a primary vector for attackers.
Defender Context
Defenders need to be aware that insider threats are on the rise, requiring a shift in focus from solely external threats to internal vulnerabilities. Organizations should implement robust monitoring, access controls, and employee training programs to mitigate both malicious and negligent insider risks.