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The Security Bottom LineHow much security is enough?When organizations have dozens of security products installed and still get breached, it begs the question: How much security is enough? How many products does an organization need? How much should be spent on security? We aim to answer these questions through a double-blind survey of approximately 80 security professionals, along with expert commentary.

Increased spending does not always translate into greater security capability. Other factors must be considered, such as expertise and influence.

Mid-size organizations with 1000 to 9999 employees are struggling the most to adequately secure their environments.

Overall, organizations do not think they can afford the security they need, no matter what size they are or how much they are currently spending.

The bigger the organization, the easier it is to influence third parties that affect its security posture.

How Much Security Do You Really Need? Read Blog by Wendy NatherThe Security Bottom Line. Download Report (PDF)

Cisco 2019 Consumer Privacy SurveyPeople care about privacy, but to what extent does it affect their behavior?Our new study looks at the attitudes of 2600 adults regarding personal data, products and services they use, comfort level with new business models, and the impact of data privacy regulations. Our survey of attitudes about privacy highlights the emergence of "privacy-active" consumers.What consumers tell us about privacy

People care about privacy and many have already taken actions to protect it.

Privacy regulations and policies provide “guardrails” for innovation and help build trust.

Consumers value government’s role in regulating the use of data, and they view the GDPR very favorably.

Many consumers (43%) say they still cannot effectively protect their data today.

Why We Must Get Data Privacy Right. Read Blog by Robert WaitmanConsumer Privacy Survey 2019. Download free report (PDF)