1 in 2 security leaders say they're not ready for AI attacks - 4 actions to take now - ZDNET

Our gifting experts are obsessively searching for holiday gifts that are unique, thoughtful and suitable for any budget. A new report underscores a now-familiar pattern across industries: businesses want to use AI internally, but the route to that goal isn't always clear. Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. AI-driven cyberattacks are almost universally considered a grave threat to businesses today. Yet for both financial and logistical reasons, most organizations feel inadequately protected and lack a clear roadmap to shore up their internal defenses. That gap between awareness and readiness is the big takeaway from a report published Thursday by consulting firm EY. Based on a December survey of more than 500 senior cybersecurity officials across industries, the report found that 96% of respondents believe that “AI-enabled cybersecurity attacks are a significant threat to their organization,” while fewer than half that number (46%) say they feel “strongly confident” that their organizations have adequate cybersecurity mechanisms in place to keep the threat at bay. Also: 5 security tactics your business can’t get wrong in the age of AI – and why they’re critical Th