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Escalating threats are forcing boards to prioritize security, but communication gaps persist. Boards and security teams each say they need more support to bridge the divide.
July 24, 2026
The rumors are exaggerated. Executive boards aren't apathetic to security threats; they're often struggling with a cybersecurity language barrier.
Increasingly disruptive cyberattacks require preventative and remediation efforts from positions across organizations, yet chief information security officers (CISOs) and IT teams feel unsupported by the powers that be. This adds pressure on the CISOs, as they fend off attacks and manage potentially devastating fallout.
