CISO Outlook 2025
Navigating evolving cybersecurity and domain-based threats in an era of artificial intelligence and tightening regulation
Chief information security officers (CISOs) predict the cybersecurity challenges they face will intensify and the growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is increasing the potency of some domain-related threats. In this fast-moving cybercrime landscape, it’s even more crucial to develop a multi-layered security strategy with the right mix of tools, processes, and skills.
Our latest report, based on insights from 300 CISOs and senior cybersecurity professionals around the world, delivers an in-depth look at the trends shaping the future of IT security. Through our comprehensive CISO survey, we explore strategies for defending against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, preparing for upcoming cybersecurity regulations, and strengthening domain security.
Download the CISO Outlook 2025 report for practical, expert insights to help you stay ahead of challenges.
What you’ll learn
Deep dive into domain-based threats
Explore which emerging cybersecurity trends are impacting CISOs in 2025, and why AI-driven threats are on the rise.
Spotlight on evolving regulation
Stay informed on the future of IT security by understanding how evolving global regulations, including NIS2, are impacting compliance requirements and shaping the development of cybersecurity frameworks.
Tech-enabled strategies
Read expert insights into developing an effective domain security ecosystem, and how working with an external partner can streamline operations and build cyber resilience against sophisticated digital threats.
Key findings
70% of CISOs believe security threats will increase in the year ahead
98% believe risks will rise over the next three years (66% expect them to be “significant”)
76% say they’re only “somewhat confident” in their ability to mitigate domain attacks
Regulatory compliance continues to be a challenge
CISOs ranked the following regulations in terms of how challenging they were to implement and comply with:
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NIS2 (Europe)
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GDPR (Europe)
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Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (U.S.)
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International Organization for Standardization, International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) 27001/2 (Global)
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Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (U.S.)
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Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards (U.S.)
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The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) (Europe)
Learn more about how organizations are adapting to NIS2 compliance in our report.
AI-powered attacks are increasing threat levels
Most of our respondents told us that domain generation algorithms (DGAs) powered by AI pose a threat to their organization.
87% of respondents agree that DGAs powered by AI pose a threat to their organization.
Expert insights
Without domain security, your security posture is incomplete. Monitoring is important, but cybersecurity teams also need a global enforcement mechanism to mitigate risks.
Ihab Shraim
Chief technology officer, CSC Digital Brand Services
There’s no doubt that CISOs will continue to be challenged by security threats. Our job is to keep developing better ways to control both residual risks and newer threat vectors.
Mark Eggleston
CSC chief information security officer
Cyber threats don’t just disappear, and new ones continue to emerge. CISOs have spent a lot of time building firewalls, pulling up the drawbridge to the castle—now they’re finding that people are building tunnels beneath the moat.
Mark Flegg
Senior director of Technology, CSC Security Products and Services
An experienced partner can hold your hand through the evolutions of different cybersecurity risks. What we’re seeing today doesn't mean we're going to see the same trends in a couple months’ time. There may be something new that's coming up, and you just simply must be ahead of the game.
Nina Hrichak
Vice president of CSC EMEA Account Management
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