In the face of escalating cyber threats, organizations often focus on fortifying their defenses against external attackers. However, a recent study reveals that internal chaos during cyber incidents can be more detrimental than the attacks themselves. The 2025 State of Cybersecurity Incident Response Management (CIRM) Report by Cytactic highlights that 70% of security leaders believe internal misalignment causes more disruption than the threat actors during cybersecurity incidents.
Key findings from the report include:
- Leadership Conflicts: 73% of respondents experienced tension between CISOs and CEOs during cyber incidents, leading to decision-making delays.
- Authority Confusion: 54% reported shifts in decision ownership mid-incident, creating uncertainty and hindering effective response.
- Communication Breakdowns: 86% suffered delays due to “translation time” between legal, technical, and communications teams, impacting the speed of response.
- Unpreparedness: 57% encountered major incidents they had never rehearsed, despite 80% acknowledging that simulations improve readiness.
These internal challenges underscore the importance of not only having robust technical defenses but also ensuring clear communication, defined roles, and coordinated efforts across all departments during a cyber crisis.
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