Cybersecurity is no longer a topic restricted to the IT area and has become central to companies' strategic decisions. As organizations become more digital, connected, and data-dependent, cyber risk is consolidating as a business risk. By 2026, this scenario is expected to intensify, driven by new technologies, regulatory changes, and the "professionalization" of cybercrime.
According to recent reports, such as those from Trend Micro, Brazil is already among the most attacked countries in the world , concentrating a large portion of attempted attacks in Latin America. This context demands that companies of all sizes rethink their security posture, going beyond point solutions and adopting an integrated and continuous vision of digital protection.
A turning point for digital security.
The year 2026 marks a turning point for corporate cybersecurity. Experts point to the convergence of three critical factors: the offensive use of artificial intelligence, the increasing complexity of digital supply chains, and growing pressure for regulatory compliance . Attacks are expected to become part of continuous, automated, and targeted campaigns. At the same time, security decisions should directly involve executive leadership, boards, and legal departments, reinforcing the strategic nature of the issue.
Artificial intelligence as a weapon of the attackers.
Artificial intelligence , a major driver of innovation, is also being exploited by malicious actors. By 2026, phishing attacks are expected to become even more convincing, using public data, digital behavior patterns, and natural language to deceive employees . Furthermore, autonomous agents capable of executing complete attack cycles, from reconnaissance to exploitation, without human intervention are emerging. Companies that invest in defensive solutions can significantly reduce the costs of security incidents, especially when compared to those that do not pursue innovation in this area.
More aggressive and strategic ransomware
Ransomware remains one of the biggest threats to businesses in 2026, but with a more sophisticated approach. The practice of double extortion—data theft followed by encryption—is becoming the norm, amplifying the financial and reputational impact of attacks. Instead of targeting only critical systems, attackers are now exploiting intermediate points in the operation, such as integrations between systems, suppliers, and cloud environments . This increases the pressure on companies and reduces the time available for response.
Ransomware and the human factor in 2026
Ransomware remains one of the biggest threats, but with a more sophisticated approach in 2026. The practice of double extortion—data theft followed by encryption—has become the norm. Similarly, attackers now exploit intermediate points in the operation, such as cloud integrations and vendors.
However, even with advanced technologies, human behavior remains the weakest link. Social engineering scams even use deepfakes of voice and video to deceive employees. Therefore, it is essential to implement ongoing awareness programs. After all, treating the team as an active part of the strategy significantly reduces the attack surface.
The Zero Trust model as a requirement.
Faced with this hostile environment, traditional security models have become insufficient. As a result , the concept of Zero Trust (“never trust, always verify”) has become a basic requirement. Among the most adopted pillars are:
- Strict identity and access management;
- Continuous monitoring of behaviors;
- Automated responses to security incidents.
Meanwhile , the regulatory pressure from the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) is pushing towards effective enforcement in Brazil. Thus , a single data breach incident can seriously compromise the continuity of an SME, given the high financial and reputational impact involved.
Investing in resilience and competitiveness
In short , the cybersecurity challenge in 2026 is no longer a question of "if" an attack will happen, but "when." Organizations that view digital protection as part of their business strategy will be better prepared to grow. Finally , investing in cybersecurity with Nextcomm is investing in resilience, trust, and the future competitiveness of your company.
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