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EDITOR ’ S QUESTION
Consequently , the email ecosystem , long targeted by generative content , must adapt and strengthen its existing protections to guard against these new threats .
In 2024 , authentication will emerge as the most critical defense strategy against these sophisticated cyber threats . Any communication lacking proper authentication will be met with suspicion , establishing authentication as a crucial measure in filtering out potential threats and reducing the risk of falling prey to AI-generated frauds or disinformation campaigns .
This will drive the need to develop more robust and sophisticated authentication mechanisms to keep pace with the evolving nature of cyber threats .
Finally , as email security improves , mainly through stringent authentication requirements , there will be a
This shift highlights the adaptive nature of cyber-criminals , who continually exploit the weakest points in security infrastructure .
noticeable shift in the threat landscape . Attackers are expected to pivot to other , less secure communication channels , such as SMS , phone calls and IoT communications . This shift highlights the adaptive nature of cyber-criminals , who continually exploit the weakest points in security infrastructure . It underscores the ongoing challenge for the CIO sector to maintain a comprehensive security posture that evolves in response to the changing tactics of cyberattackers . p
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