This report analyzes security budget trends from 300+ CISOs, revealing that while most organizations now invest $5M+ annually in cybersecurity, 56% still believe their budgets are insufficient against today’s escalating threats.
Cloud security dominates spending, with 85% increasing cloud budgets and nearly half citing cloud complexity as the top barrier to effective defense. CISOs are also contending with tool sprawl, AI-driven threats, and staffing gaps, even as 99% expect AI to significantly reshape cloud security. As they plan for 2026, leaders are prioritizing automation and visibility to manage growing risk and convert spend into meaningful security outcomes.
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