EDITOR’ S QUESTION

EMAD FAHMY, SYSTEMS ENGINEERING DIRECTOR, NETSCOUT

Modern cybersecurity solutions integrate advanced AI capabilities such as Large Language Models, to analyse and predict threats.

seamless integration, organisations can fortify their defences and stay resilient in an increasingly automated threat landscape.

Modern cybersecurity solutions integrate advanced AI capabilities such as large language models, LLMs to analyse and predict threats. These tools can process vast datasets, offering actionable insights through natural language queries.

With supply chain vulnerabilities remaining a critical issue, organisations are demanding greater scrutiny over software updates and third-party integrations. Modern cybersecurity solutions must offer robust risk management tools that evaluate the impact of updates before deployment, ensuring minimal disruption and safeguarding mission-critical systems.

The concept of platformisation is gaining traction as organisations seek unified ecosystems to reduce costs and streamline operations. Next-generation solutions emphasise seamless integration with third-party tools, enhancing overall security while simplifying workflows. These systems not only maximise the value of existing infrastructures but also ensure compatibility with broader operational ecosystems.

For example, organisations can ask specific questions such as, what threats targeted this network segment yesterday? or what risks are anticipated next week? Such predictive analytics enable security teams to stay one step ahead of attackers.

AI-powered automation has enabled attackers to conduct persistent, adaptive campaigns, such as evolving DDoS attacks that exhaust organisational resources. Solutions must include adaptive response systems capable of recognising and mitigating these shifting attack vectors in real time.

Features such as behaviour-based threat detection and automated incident response are now essential for maintaining operational resilience during prolonged assaults.

As cloud adoption continues to grow, visibility into distributed environments remains a challenge. Leading solutions address this by providing comprehensive monitoring tools tailored for hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructures. Additionally, businesses are encouraged to adopt multi-cloud strategies to mitigate risks associated with singleprovider dependencies.

Phishing campaigns, bolstered by AI, have become more convincing, underscoring the need for solutions that blend human awareness with technical safeguards. Furthermore, expert system-based automation allows attackers to deploy precision strikes with minimal effort. Effective countermeasures include endpoint isolation, user behaviour analytics, and advanced access controls.

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