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CYBERSECURITY IS CRITICAL, BUT BREACHES DON'T HAVE TO BE DISASTERSCYBERSECURITY
IS CRITICAL, BUT BREACHES DON'T HAVE TO BE DISASTERS

The future of cybersecurity isn't about preventing every breach — it's about
learning and growing stronger with each attack.

Akhil Mittal, Senior Manager, Black Duck Software

November 21, 2024

6 Min Read
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COMMENTARY

Despite massive investments in cybersecurity, breaches are still on the rise,
and attackers seem to evolve faster than defenses can keep up. The IBM "Cost of
a Data Breach Report 2024" estimates the average global breach cost has reached
a staggering $4.88 million. But the true damage goes beyond the financial — it's
about how quickly your organization can recover and grow stronger. Focusing only
on prevention is outdated. It's time to shift the mindset: Every breach is an
opportunity to innovate. 


TURNING BREACHES INTO OPPORTUNITIES

Breaches are no longer theoretical. They're happening right now — AI-powered
hacks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and social engineering make them
inevitable. IBM's report shows that 83% of organizations faced multiple breaches
last year. One retail client I worked with had the same mindset: focusing on
prevention and detection alone. But after facing multiple breaches, the company
flipped its approach — each breach became a learning opportunity. Instead of
panic, the company built resilience.


STRENGTHENING DEFENSES AFTER EACH BREACH



Organizations need to shift from asking, "How do we stop breaches?" to "How do
we get stronger from breaches?" Here are five strategies that I've seen make a
significant impact: 


1. FROM BREACH TO MICRO-INCIDENT 

Not every breach needs to be a disaster. By treating breaches as
micro-incidents, you can contain the damage and quickly move forward. With
network segmentation and behavioral analytics, threats can be isolated and
stopped from spreading. One financial client cut its recovery time by 50% by
adopting self-isolating networks. When suspicious activity was detected, the
network kicked into action, isolating the threat and stopping its spread. 


2. STRESS TEST DAILY 

Running breach simulations once or twice a year is no longer enough. Leading
organizations are stress-testing their defenses daily. This goes beyond testing
— it's about actively rehearsing for real-world scenarios, ensuring your teams
are battle-ready. Think of it like chaos engineering: You aren't just hoping for
the best. You're deliberately looking for weaknesses so you can fix them before
attackers find them. This approach helped another client find multiple weak
points that were missed in its regular annual penetration tests. 


3. MINIMIZE HUMAN INTERVENTION 

When a breach hits, speed is everything. Self-healing systems powered by AI
automatically isolate compromised systems and begin repairs without the need for
human intervention. One of my e-commerce clients cut its recovery time in half
with self-healing technology. Its teams could stop putting out fires and focus
on strategic long-term improvements. 


4. ADAPTIVE DEFENSE 

Every breach is an opportunity to learn and improve. One of the financial
clients created a feedback loop that used AI-powered systems to analyze each
breach. Machine learning models adapted defenses, spotting patterns in the
attacks, adjusting firewall rules, and fine-tuning detection algorithms. Gartner
predicts that by 2026, 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their
network activities, using AI to detect and respond to threats in minutes. 


5. COLLECTIVE DEFENSE 

No one fights cyber threats alone. A healthcare consortium I know began sharing
real-time threat intelligence with other organizations. This collective defense
approach helped it detect and stop attacks faster. Participating in networks
like Information Sharing and Analysis Centers (ISACs) or using platforms like
MITRE ATT&CK can boost defenses across industries by pooling insights and data. 


CYBERSECURITY AS A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

Resilience is the new competitive advantage. You can't prevent every breach, but
how quickly you respond is what sets you apart. Accenture found that 87% of
consumers trust companies that handle breaches with transparency and resilience.
It's not the breach itself that builds trust, of course — it's how you respond. 

In industries like finance, healthcare, and technology, resilience not only
helps you recover but also fosters customer loyalty. As cyber threats become
more global, regulations like GDPR in Europe demand fast, transparent responses.
In the Asia-Pacific region, rapid digital transformation is creating new attack
surfaces. Wherever your business operates, resilience is key to success.


ACTIONABLE STEPS FOR CISOS

Here's how chief information security officers (CISOs) can turn breaches into
growth opportunities: 

 * Run continuous breach simulations: Make breach simulations part of your daily
   routine. Simulate phishing, ransomware, and supply chain attacks to identify
   vulnerabilities before real attackers exploit them. Leading companies,
   inspired by chaos engineering, run controlled breach tests every day,
   treating each one as an opportunity to fine-tune their incident response
   plans. 

 * Adopt self-healing systems: AI-powered self-healing systems minimize downtime
   by automatically detecting and isolating compromised systems, ensuring your
   business keeps running. With 24/7 monitoring tools, you can spot unusual
   behavior fast, allowing your teams to focus on strategic initiatives instead
   of reactive firefighting. 

 * Leverage AI-driven threat intelligence sharing: Join intelligence-sharing
   networks like ISACs to collaborate with peers. Real-time threat data allows
   organizations to stay ahead of emerging threats. Platforms like MITRE ATT&CK
   help teams analyze adversary behaviors, enabling them to fine-tune defense
   strategies. 

 * Prepare for quantum computing: While quantum computing is still emerging, it
   could eventually break today's encryption standards. Start preparing now by
   researching quantum-resistant encryption and staying informed on the latest
   industry developments. 

 * Create a resilience-first culture: Resilience shouldn't just be a buzzword —
   it must become part of your company's DNA. Encourage your teams to learn from
   every incident, find gaps in your defenses, and use them as opportunities to
   build stronger systems. Regularly debrief after breaches to reflect on what
   went right, not just what went wrong. This helps create a culture of
   continuous improvement, ensuring that your organization gets stronger after
   every incident. 

Resilience isn't just the CISO's job. CEOs and compliance officers also play
crucial roles in aligning the entire organization with resilience strategies.
Regulatory frameworks like Europe's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
and the US Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) demand transparent
recovery protocols, and how leadership handles breaches impacts brand trust,
shareholder confidence, and customer loyalty.


LEADING WITH RESILIENCE

The future of cybersecurity isn't about preventing every breach — it's about
learning and growing stronger with each attack. Companies that turn breaches
into opportunities for innovation won't just survive — they'll lead. By adopting
resilience-first strategies, continuous improvement, and adaptive defenses, your
organization can turn security challenges into competitive advantages. 




ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Akhil Mittal

Senior Manager, Black Duck Software

Akhil Mittal is a recognized cybersecurity leader with more than two decades of
experience in application security, cloud security, and DevSecOps. As a Gartner
Cybersecurity ambassador and senior manager at Black Duck Software, he leads key
security initiatives, helping global organizations strengthen their defenses
against advanced cyber threats. Akhil has worked closely with chief information
security officers (CISOs) and executive leadership to align security strategies
with business goals, ensuring robust protection across industries. He also
contributes his expertise through leading cybersecurity publications and serves
as a judge for top industry awards and hackathons. Certified in CISSP and CCSP,
his work continues to shape the future of cybersecurity, driving innovation and
resilience worldwide. 

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