Today, APIs power everything from mobile apps to cloud platforms, quietly moving data behind the scenes. That invisibility makes them prime targets. Over 84% of organizations experienced API security incidents last year, with breaches exposing ten times more data than in traditional attacks. Attackers now deploy AI-powered tools that map endpoints in minutes and exploit business logic flaws your defenses can’t see.

Integrating security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC) is no longer optional. DevSecOps adoption promises to bridge the gap between development speed and security rigor, enabling teams to build secure software faster. However, the path to a mature DevSecOps practice is filled with obstacles. Understanding these challenges is the first step toward overcoming them. This post outlines the top 10 challenges that hinder effective DevSecOps adoption.

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NIS2 is the EU's comprehensive cybersecurity directive requiring essential and important entities to implement robust risk management, incident reporting within 24 to 72 hours, and supply chain security. Penalties can reach €10M or 2% of global turnover. Netwrix solutions help organizations support compliance through data security posture management, identity management, privileged access management, and audit-ready reporting.

Email has been the backbone of business communication for decades and as such, it remains the attacker’s favorite doorway into an organization. Phishing, Business Email Compromise (BEC) and supply-chain attacks continue to rise, with adversaries leveraging AI and compromised accounts to bypass legacy defenses. This presents many challenges for CISOs, IT Directors and SOC teams alike: it seems pretty clear that threats are evolving faster than traditional email security can keep up.

PAM solutions increasingly focus on zero standing privilege, just-in-time access, and session visibility to reduce identity-based risk and meet Zero Trust and cyber insurance requirements. Organizations should evaluate PAM platforms based on deployment flexibility, identity integration, and operational overhead.

With the surge in remote work and BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policies, securing corporate data across thousands of mobile endpoints has become a critical challenge. In fact, over 80% of small business owners rely on mobile devices for work daily (Zen Business), making mobile device security a critical aspect for businesses. To meet this requirement, businesses are opting for Mobile Device Management (MDM) software at scale.

Researchers at Gen warn that a phishing campaign is attempting to trick users into linking malicious devices to their WhatsApp accounts. The attack begins with an unsolicited message stating, “Hey, I just found your photo!” along with a link to a spoofed Facebook login page. Instead of trying to steal users’ Facebook credentials, however, the attackers are attempting to gain access to victims’ WhatsApp accounts.

In 2025, we saw attackers get bolder and smarter, using AI to amplify old tricks and invent new ones. The reality is, innovation cuts both ways. If you have tools, AI is going to make them even more dangerous. Last year proved that every leap forward in technology brings new risks right alongside the rewards. At CyberArk Labs, our mission is to uncover hidden vulnerabilities and provide actionable insights that help organizations fortify their defenses.