The Business Bytes
Mumbai, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has launched its highly anticipated 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, a comprehensive list of technology trends and focal areas identified by TCS experts. This year’s outlook emphasizes the critical role of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), cloud security, and supply chain resilience as key drivers for organizations navigating an increasingly complex cybersecurity landscape.
With next-generation technologies rapidly reshaping industries, they also bring new, sophisticated threats. TCS experts have pinpointed seven key focus areas that will define the cybersecurity domain in 2025, providing enterprises with a roadmap to prioritize their security investments as they brace for a surge in cyberattacks.
Ganesa Subramanian Vaikuntam, Global Head of Cybersecurity at TCS, commented on the evolving landscape, stating, “With geopolitical shifts and the rise of advanced technologies, global cybersecurity is undergoing a significant transformation. While GenAI offers substantial operational efficiencies, it also opens new avenues for cybercriminals. Enterprises must integrate GenAI-powered threat detection and response systems to stay ahead of emerging threats. In this era of rapid technological change, a robust cyber resilience strategy is not merely a choice but a necessity for businesses to effectively mitigate potential cyber disruptions.”
The outlook highlights the following key cybersecurity trends for 2025:
GenAI’s Rising Influence: As GenAI continues to revolutionize organizational operations, it is also being harnessed by cybercriminals to execute advanced attacks, including deepfakes, phishing, and data manipulation. Organizations must combat these threats with GenAI-powered threat detection and response mechanisms to stay ahead.
Cloud Security Remains a Priority: With cloud computing adoption continuing to grow, maintaining strong security protocols—such as encryption, access controls, and continuous monitoring—will be essential. Organizations transitioning to multi-cloud or hybrid environments must update their security strategies to prevent breaches and unauthorized access.
Building Resilient Supply Chains: The uncertainty brought about by shifting geopolitics and evolving partner ecosystems calls for organizations to build elastic, adaptable supply chains. A proactive approach to securing sensitive data and ensuring regulatory compliance will be crucial for maintaining operational integrity.
Security by Design in Emerging Business Models: As digital technologies such as IoT, electric vehicle charging, and autonomous vehicles reshape business models, organizations must ensure their value chains are secure by design. With the growth of IoT devices, stronger device hardening and secure communication channels will be imperative to support ongoing business growth.
Zero Trust Architecture and Cybersecurity Mesh: The transition to zero-trust security models will accelerate in 2025, requiring continuous authentication and restricted access to mitigate risks. By 2026, large enterprises are expected to fully adopt zero-trust approaches, with integrated platforms driving greater efficiency in cybersecurity through Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture (CSMA).
Adoption of Automation-First MDR Approaches: As cyber threats evolve with emerging technologies such as GenAI, quantum computing, and 5G, Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions will adopt an automation-first approach. Organizations will need more integrated, industry-specific cyber-physical security solutions to defend against advanced cyberattacks.
Cyber Resilience at the Core of Business Security: In an era of unpredictable cyber incidents, a strong cyber resilience strategy is more critical than ever. Regular drills, comprehensive incident response plans, and business continuity measures will play a central role in minimizing disruptions and enhancing preparedness for potential attacks.
TCS’s cybersecurity offerings, which range from consulting and implementation to managed security services, are tailored to address industry-specific challenges. With over 16,000 cybersecurity professionals globally, TCS serves over 600 enterprises, ensuring their digital estates remain secure. The company’s extensive network of 15+ cybersecurity delivery centers worldwide plays a pivotal role in helping businesses maintain security across diverse geographies.
