Cybersecurity faces escalating challenges due to increasing cyberattacks, including ransomware and state-sponsored actions. Experts stress that the reliance on cyber technology is rising, making systems vulnerable. Many organizations underinvest in cybersecurity, citing economic disincentives and complexity as barriers. The National Academies emphasize the need for collaboration to address “cyber hard problems” through better engineering practices and regulatory frameworks. Despite these issues, there are significant benefits from cyber capabilities that improve societal functions. Further research and motivation are needed for a resilient digital future.
https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/08/confronting-core-problems-in-cybersecurity