Each year, cyber security experts comment on what they think will be the next cyber security trends for the coming year. This always garners much interest given how important cyber security is, particularly with the rise of cyber-attacks and hacks during the previous two years.
Knowing what to expect in the near future is a good way to keep on top of the information you should know and always be aware of how to protect your devices and personal data best.
1. Upgrading of VM Setups
VMs (virtual machines) are a fantastic way to use a computer without risking being hacked or losing files. A VM provides the same functionality as a physical computer without being permanent.
A VM can be made relatively quickly and can be deleted even more quickly. With so many people now working from home, getting employees to work on virtual machines can ensure that private company information can’t get stolen from cyberattacks because the information isn’t stored on the VM in the first place.
However, several issues regarding using VMs, including slow performance and network problems. If companies want to keep using such a secure means of working without problems, they may start moving to Windows 11 and upgrading both the hardware and software.
2. Crypto Security Upgrades
People’s interests and involvement with cryptocurrency are accelerating faster than ever. With thousands of digital tokens to invest in now and the creation of NFT’s, there are more opportunities for cyberattackers and cryptojackers.
However, much of the success of crypto and digital tokens relies on the network’s security, so there’s no doubt that this year will see a huge global upgrade in the security of the crypto network.
3. Increased Use of VPN
Around the world, hundreds of millions of people use a VPN for their devices—before using the internet, connecting to a VPN is the most effective way to encrypt your personal information and prevent third parties from hacking your connection and stealing this data. While some people still think of a VPN as only a way to watch streaming services from other countries.
However, because of how essential it is to keep private information and connections safe while online, more people than ever are now using a VPN for their home and work devices.
4. Reevaluating Issues on the Cloud
Millions of users send their files, photos, videos, and more to the Cloud every day. It’s an incredible service that has revolutionized how these types of media can be stored safely.
However, with so many users every day, the services can’t keep up with demand. The speed, data encryption enhancements, and security elements are now working on being upgraded.
All three of these aspects are vital to providing the secure and fast service that people worldwide pay for.
5. Fixing Rising Ransomware Attacks
As we mentioned at the beginning of the article, ransomware attacks and cyberattacks have increased greatly during the last two years. Unfortunately, this number is only trending upwards, and the numbers are expected to hit all-time highs in the near future.
Much of life is now digital, more people are working at home with company equipment, and the stress of the pandemic has caused many people to become more vulnerable online.
There are also concerns about ransom attacks at large organizations such as governmental or health industries like in the recent past. With so many areas to cover, it’s predicted that there will be big changes in a good deal of countries this year as they try to prevent ransomware attacks and discourage perpetrators by even making paying the ransom illegal.
What Will the Future Bring?
Security changes, improvements, and enhancements are always good news. The more that life moves online, the more creative and aggressive cyber-attacks become, and high-quality security is essential to daily life. If these predictions are correct, cybercriminals should have a far more difficult time in their pursuits by the end of the year.
