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Ernst & Young's IT security survey shows struggle to control cloud computing, social media and mobile risks

29.10.2012
Many CIOs and chief information security officers are struggling to adapt security practices to a changing environment that includes cloud computing, social media and tablets , according to a survey of 1,850 such IT pros.

The Ernst & Young 2012 Global Information Security Survey published today found cloud computing to be one of the main drivers of business model innovation and IT service delivery, with 59% of respondents saying they use or plan to use cloud services. But 38% admitted they have not taken any measures to mitigate risks.

Use of social media in business is prevalent, but 38% of the CIOs and CISOs surveyed say they don't have a coordinated approach to address risks, such as defending the organization's brand or determining how employees use work time to engage in social media.

The Ernst & Young survey indicated that 31% of respondents said they saw an increase in the number of security incidents compared to the previous year.

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Another technology game-changer, use of mobile devices, such as tablets and , is compelling "policy adjustments," according to over half of these IT professionals who hail from the financial industry, insurance, high-tech, government, and various industrial, retail and utility sectors from all around the world.