Akamai report finds microsegmentation benefits for organizations.

A report from Akamai Technologies revealed that organizations implementing microsegmentation experience reduced ransomware containment times and improved cyber insurance terms. The study surveyed 1,200 security and technology leaders globally, highlighting that while 90% of organizations have adopted some form of segmentation, only 35% have implemented microsegmentation across their environments.

According to the report, 63% of organizations that adopted microsegmentation did so to contain ransomware attacks. Additionally, 56% aimed to respond more swiftly to security incidents, while 74% sought to protect critical assets from potential threats. These drivers are influencing non-adopters, with half planning to implement microsegmentation within two years.

The report also indicates that larger organizations adopting microsegmentation reported a 33% reduction in ransomware containment time, leading to more effective mitigation strategies. As cyber insurance becomes increasingly important, 75% of respondents noted that insurers now assess segmentation posture during underwriting. Consequently, 60% attributed lower insurance premiums to their segmentation maturity.

Despite challenges such as network complexity and visibility gaps, organizations with microsegmentation reported fewer compromised systems and reduced recovery costs, reinforcing its role in enhancing overall business continuity.

Overall, as organizations continue to face evolving cyber threats, microsegmentation emerges as a crucial strategy for managing risk and supporting effective security measures.