1、Data ClassificationSecurity AlertSensitive data is not encryptedRisk IntelligenceFOURTH EDITIONInsights and trends from 2,000+security,privacy,and compliance leaders in the agentic AI era.State of IT:SecuritySALESFORCE2STATE OF IT,4TH EDITION:SECURITYA Note From Salesforce on SecurityData security h

2、as taken center stage in todays AI landscape,and not just because threats are growing more complex.IT and security leaders are walking a tightrope on one side,they must protect the organization from everything from ransomware to data poisoning,and on the other,theyre under pressure to fuel innovatio

3、n in an era where AI and automation are integral to staying competitive.Striking that balance can feel like trying to solve a puzzle while the pieces keep shifting.Whats clear is that data security isnt just a checking-the-box exercise.Its the catalyst for trust and innovation both within your organ

4、ization and with your customers.Our survey of over 4,000 IT leaders worldwide,including more than 2,000 responsible for global security,privacy,and compliance,shows that developing a strong security posture can do more than safeguard data it enables new possibilities.We heard stories of teams using

5、AI to spot threats earlier,automate compliance tasks,and ultimately free up employees to focus on more strategic initiatives.But we also uncovered very real challenges:regulatory complexity,uneven adoption of AI governance,and a trust deficit with customers wary of how their data is being handled.Th

6、is report captures the perspectives of your peers across industries and geographies who are wrestling with the same high-stakes challenge.We hope is that these insights inspire you to see security not just as a defensive shield but as a launchpad for innovation.Heres to protecting what matters and c