When it comes to security, digital modernization resembles playing a video game: as a character levels up, the obstacles increase, and enemies get tougher.

In fact, IT and security leaders often think that digital modernization both helps and harms their organizations. For example, a global survey found that 31% of IT and security professionals and C-suite leaders view AI as “equally advantageous” for both defenders and attackers; 25% see it as more beneficial for attackers.

It is true that as businesses innovate and diversify their digital footprints, they inadvertently create additional entry points and vectors for adversaries to exploit. Every Internet-connected resource expands the attack surface: instead of relying on a “castle-and-moat” security model, enterprises have to protect employees, apps, data, and networks everywhere.