Powering the global digital revolution, technology and software companies play an essential role in shaping the trajectory of our increasingly interconnected world. As custodians of digital advancement, this sector bears the responsibility of not only driving innovation but also mitigating the associated cyber risks. Thus, maintaining a robust offensive security strategy is not just advantageous—it’s imperative.

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the prevailing offensive security trends within the technology and software sector, drawing from the Ponemon Institute’s 2023 State of Offensive Security Report. It is based on the responses of 113 participants representing technology and software companies – comprising 17% of the total sample.

The industry analysis has two aims:

• Empower security leaders within technology and software companies with insights into the current offensive security landscape within their sector
• Underscore the critical components to integrate into their security strategies, ensuring a robust defense against the ever-evolving spectrum of cybersecurity threats