The holidays are a time to slow down, reconnect, and recharge, but cyber threats don't take time off. While many teams are on vacation or operating with reduced staff, attackers see opportunity in distracted users, rushed processes, and unattended systems.

As we close out 2025, the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly—with new regulatory guidance, intensified phishing threats, and an increasing convergence between IT and operational technology (OT). Below is our bi-weekly summary of key developments impacting cybersecurity leaders, risk professionals, and compliance officers across industries.

Ransomware readiness means putting the people, processes, and controls in place so that when, not if, a ransomware event occurs, your organization can contain the damage, recover quickly, and meet regulatory obligations with confidence.​

The evolving threat landscape highlights the convergence of nation-state actors, AI-driven tools, and trusted platforms, all of which contribute to increased cyber risks for organizations. Security leaders should view these developments as opportunities to strengthen controls related to identity, endpoints, and third-party vendors.

As the holiday season approaches and families gather around the table to share gratitude and turkey, it’s easy to forget that cyber threats are at their peak during the holiday season. While Thanksgiving marks a time of togetherness, reflection, and generosity, it also presents unique cybersecurity challenges for organizations and individuals.

This week’s developments reinforce the need for proactive risk management, robust incident response, and the continuous alignment of cybersecurity programs to emerging risks and regulatory requirements.