The cybersecurity landscape is increasingly defined by the unrelenting pressure of sophisticated cyber threats, including ransomware. This pervasive threat environment places immense demands on IT and cybersecurity teams, leading to a significant and growing challenge: cybersecurity fatigue and burnout.
This report examines the direct human impact of these pressures, drawing on new research data to reveal the prevalence, key drivers, and consequences of burnout, ultimately underscoring how strategic solutions can mitigate this critical issue.
Data was collected via a vendor-agnostic survey of 5,000 IT and cybersecurity professionals across 17 countries. The survey took place in the first quarter of 2025 and asked respondents to reflect on their experiences over the course of the previous 12 months.
