Wipro Limited has released its State of Cybersecurity Report 2025, spotlighting the critical role of AI in strengthening cybersecurity amidst escalating threats and budget pressures.
Surveying over 100 global cybersecurity leaders, the report reveals AI-driven automation is a top priority for 30% of organizations aiming to bolster defenses while optimizing costs. Additional cost-saving strategies include tools rationalization (26%), security process optimization (23%), and operating model simplification (20%).
AI Enhances Threat Detection and Incident Response
The report highlights AI’s growing influence in improving threat detection (31%) and incident response capabilities (24%). These advancements are critical as cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated.
However, implementing Zero Trust security frameworks remains the highest priority, with 97% of CISOs focusing investments here.
Expert Insight
Tony Buffomante, SVP & Global Head of Cybersecurity & Risk Services at Wipro, states:
“AI offers a solution to strengthen defenses while optimizing costs, enabling CISOs to prioritize risk-adjusted returns on investments. Our consulting-led approach helps clients build AI-powered cybersecurity operations for a resilient future.”
Keys to AI-Driven Cyber Resilience
The report advises CISOs to ensure strong data governance and foster ongoing cybersecurity training across organizations to fully leverage AI for risk management.
Read the full report to explore how AI is transforming cybersecurity into a cost-effective, proactive discipline for enterprises worldwide.
