Complexity Outpaces Defenders Despite Security Investment
SC Media, Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
A new Fortinet report reveals that despite increased cybersecurity spending, most organizations lack confidence in their ability to manage escalating cloud threats, with two-thirds doubting their capacity for real-time detection and response, according to Security Boulevard.
The 2026 Cloud Security Report identifies a critical "complexity gap" driven by hybrid and multi-cloud adoption, with 88% of organizations operating in such environments. This complexity is compounded by a severe skills shortage, as 74% report not having enough qualified cybersecurity professionals. The study further notes that 70% of security teams struggle with tool sprawl and visibility gaps, a problem exacerbated as attackers leverage AI automation to operate at machine speed.