A Metomic survey revealed that many organizations face serious data security challenges due to improper AI use. While 90% are confident in their security measures, over half reported regular malware attacks, phishing schemes, and breaches linked to AI. 68% experienced data leakage incidents from employees using AI tools. Only 23% have comprehensive AI security policies. A strong security culture is deemed essential for future success by 80% of respondents. Ransomware is now the top security concern, particularly with AI-enhanced attacks, while securing AI systems has become a key focus in security infrastructure oversight.
The report highlights that 68% of organizations have experienced data leakage incidents specifically related to employees sharing sensitive information with AI tools.
When asked what could prevent their security program from being successful in 2025, 80% of survey respondents cited fostering a strong security culture within their organization as their top challenge.
Ransomware has overtaken phishing schemes and customer data breaches as a top security concern in the U.S., with AI-enabled ransomware attacks showing particular sophistication.
Despite a belief in effective training initiatives, more than half reported regular malware attacks, phishing schemes and data breaches tied to improper AI implementation.
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