TCS Launches 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook with Key Priorities
Tata Consultancy Services has announced its 2025 Cybersecurity Outlook, 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-gen technologies continue to gain momentum across industries, they give rise to new and complex threats.
Ganesa Subramanian Vaikuntam, Global Head of Cybersecurity at TCS, said, “With geopolitical shifts and evolving technology, global cybersecurity is undergoing a major transformation. GenAI is enhancing operational efficiencies, but organizations must equip themselves to counteract cyber threats. It is imperative for organizations to harness these advancements and implement GenAI-powered threat detection and response systems to stay ahead of the curve. In this era of evolving technologies, a robust and proactive cyber resilience strategy is not just an option, but a necessity for enterprises to effectively navigate and mitigate unforeseen cyber incidents.”
The cybersecurity trends to look out for in 2025 are:
1.Influence of GenAI in cybersecurity on the rise
GenAI is transforming organizational operations but is also being exploited by cybercriminals for advanced attacks like deepfakes, phishing, data manipulation, and new malware. In response, organizations must fight fire with fire by deploying GenAI-powered threat detection and response systems.
2.Cloud security remains crucial
As cloud computing adoption continues to accelerate, organizations need to implement strong security protocols like encryption, access controls, and continuous monitoring. Maintaining proper cloud configurations is crucial to prevent unauthorized access and breaches, and those moving to multi-cloud or hybrid environments will need to adapt their security measures accordingly.
3.Elastic supply chains will be relevant for operational integrity
In 2025, organizations will need flexible, resilient supply chains due to changing geopolitics and partner ecosystems. Leaders must develop proactive strategies to adjust their supply networks, while protecting sensitive data and maintaining regulatory compliance. Enhancing supply chain resilience will be increasingly vital for preserving operational integrity in the face of uncertainty.
4.Emerging business models will underscore the need to be secure by design
At a time when digital technologies, IoT capabilities, and advanced connectivity are driving new business models in EV charging, DERMS, autonomous vehicles, and other connected factories, organizations must secure their value chains to ensure these businesses are safe by design. By 2025, the growth of IoT devices will require stronger device hardening, secure communication channels, and ongoing vulnerability assessments to maintain momentum in business growth.
