Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting and business solutions, has announced its 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast, a list of technology trends and focus areas curated by TCS experts.
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), cloud security, and supply chain resilience will be key for organizations to effectively navigate the threat landscape in the coming year.
As next-generation technologies continue to gain momentum across industries, they are giving rise to new and complex threats. Experts and leaders at TCS have identified seven focus areas that will impact cybersecurity and help organizations prioritize their security investments to prepare for an increase in cyberattacks.
In the face of emerging cyber threats, companies are looking for ways to leverage GenAI to secure their businesses, according to TCS' 2025 Cybersecurity Forecast. Cybersecurity trends to look out for in 2025 are:
The impact of GenAI in cybersecurity is on the rise: GenAI is transforming organizational processes but is also being exploited by cybercriminals to launch advanced attacks such as deepfakes, phishing, data manipulation and new malware. In response, organizations must fight fire with fire by deploying GenAI-powered threat detection and response systems.
Cloud security remains critical: As cloud computing adoption continues to accelerate, organizations need to implement robust security protocols such as encryption, access controls, and continuous monitoring. Maintaining proper cloud configurations is critical to preventing unauthorized access and breaches, and those moving to multi- or hybrid cloud environments will need to adapt their security measures accordingly.
Resilient supply chains will be relevant to operational integrity: In 2025, organizations will need flexible and flexible supply chains due to changing geopolitics and partner ecosystems. Leaders must develop proactive strategies to fine-tune their supply networks, while protecting sensitive data and maintaining regulatory compliance. Enhancing supply chain resilience will be increasingly vital to maintaining operational safety in the face of uncertainty.
Emerging business models will underscore the need to be safe by design: As digital technologies, IoT capabilities, and advanced connectivity drive new business models in electric vehicle charging, skin management, autonomous vehicles, and other connected factories, Organizations must secure their value chains to ensure that these companies are secure by design. By 2025, the growth of IoT devices will require stronger device hardening, secure communication channels, and continuous vulnerability assessments to maintain momentum in business growth.
Cybersecurity network architecture will pave the way for Zero Trust security: Organizations are moving from traditional security models to Zero Trust, which requires continuous authentication and limited access to mitigate threats. By 2026, most large organizations will adopt Zero Trust approaches, consolidating security tools to be more efficient. In order to adapt, organizations must use integrated platforms to orchestrate and automate cybersecurity while working on a Cybersecurity Mesh Architecture (CSMA) for dynamic, collaborative, and secure environments.
CSOs will adopt an “automation first” approach to managed detection and response: Modern Managed Detection and Response (MDR) combines Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Operations Centers (SOCs), and Security Orchestration, Automation and Response (SOAR). Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Threat Hunting, Threat Intelligence, and Attack Simulation. These components must integrate seamlessly under an “automation-first” approach for robust cyber defense against new technologies such as artificial general intelligence, quantum computing, and the expansion of 5G networks. By 2025, organizations will likely seek more industry-specific and integrated cyber-physical security solutions.
Back to basics: Cyber resilience will be essential to business security: Now more than ever, a strong cyber resilience strategy is critical for organizations to deal with unexpected cyber incidents and will require a fresh look at the basics: regular backups, detailed incident response plans and security measures. Business continuity. Something as simple as regular training can enhance organizational preparedness and response capabilities. Fostering a culture of resilience will help reduce downtime and disruptions caused by cyber attacks.
As a global cybersecurity leader, TCS' offerings range from consulting and implementation to managed security services across – detection and response, identity and access management, attack surface management, governance, risk and compliance, data privacy and protection, digital forensics and incident response. Cloud security and cyber-physical security. These offerings are designed to address industry-specific challenges. With over 16,000 cybersecurity professionals on its roster, TCS helps over 600 organizations worldwide protect their entire digital assets and improve their security posture. TCS's network of more than 15 cybersecurity delivery centers worldwide enables secure businesses across geographies.
Ganessa Subramanian Vaikuntam, Global Head of Cybersecurity at TCS
With geopolitical shifts and evolving technology, global cybersecurity is undergoing a major transformation. GenAI enhances operational efficiencies, but organizations must prepare themselves for cyber threats. It is essential for organizations to take advantage of these advances and implement GenAI-powered threat detection and response systems to stay ahead of the curve. In this age of evolving technologies, a robust and proactive cyber resilience strategy is not just an option, but a necessity for businesses to effectively navigate and mitigate unexpected cyber incidents.
