Quarterly Report on Global Security Trends

This report provides an analysis of global security trends for the second quarter of 2024, based on data collected by NTTDATA-CERT. It focuses on significant issues such as data breaches due to internal improprieties, which pose serious risks to businesses. The report outlines the characteristics of these breaches, which often involve behaviors that are hard to distinguish from normal operations, and emphasizes the need for both technical and educational countermeasures. Recommendations include employee training, access limitation, and privilege management. Additionally, the report addresses vulnerabilities associated with Public APIs, highlighting the necessity of integrating security measures from the development stage. It discusses the SSVC framework for assessing vulnerabilities and prioritizing responses, emphasizing the importance of agile countermeasures in light of increasing cyber threats. The report aims to provide organizations with actionable strategies to enhance their security posture against evolving threats.