Ponemon Institute has released its first analysis of how organizations can incorporate big data analytics into their cybersecurity strategy and best practices. The institute interviewed 592 IT and IT security specialists from various industries in the United States. 72 percent have already used big data to detect cyber threats, while 65 percent feel big data is vital to establish and consolidate strong cybersecurity strategies inside their organizations. However, 72 percent are not confident that big data can be used with traditional technologies to prevent advanced cyber threats. Respondents have also ranked user behavior analytics and machine learning as up-and-coming technologies.”]

