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INCREASE IN BREACHES ATTRIBUTED TO LACK OF CYBERSECURITY SKILLS

New Fortinet research reveals escalating cyber-risks due to the ongoing talent shortage while the number of organizations experiencing five or more breaches jumped by 53 %.

The cybersecurity talent shortage is now one of the top challenges putting organizations at risk , says John Maddison , EVP of Products and CMO , Fortinet .

“ As clearly demonstrated by the results of the latest Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report from Fortinet , in today ’ s climate , organizations must choose products that introduce automation to offload overworked teams while continuing to focus on upskilling and cybersecurity training ,” he said .
Fortinet has released its 2023 Global Cybersecurity Skills Gap Report , which reveals ongoing challenges related to the cybersecurity skills shortage affecting organizations worldwide .
Organizations must choose products that introduce automation to offload overworked teams while continuing to focus on upskilling and cybersecurity training .
Key findings include :
• The cybersecurity skills shortage has contributed to critical IT positions not being filled , which increases organizations ’ cyber-risks , such as breaches
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