Cybersecurity Check-In: Is Your Business Prepared for the Rest of 2025?

We’re nearly halfway through 2025 — and cyber threats aren’t slowing down.
If the first half of the year has taught us anything, it’s that attackers are getting faster, smarter, and more targeted. The second half? It’s still unwritten. That makes right now the perfect time for a cybersecurity check-in.

At Gant Systems, we’ve spent the last six months helping businesses respond to the evolving landscape — from AI-driven phishing to supply chain attacks. Here’s what we’re seeing, and more importantly, what you can still do to protect your business before year-end.

Why Mid-Year Is the Moment to Rethink Your Cybersecurity

Many businesses began 2025 with high hopes and big goals — but few planned for how much the cyber landscape would shift. Headlines about deepfakes, cloud leaks, and ransomware attacks are more common than ever.

A mid-year audit helps you:

• Identify blind spots before they’re exploited

• Reallocate budget while there’s still time

• Refocus your team before Q3 and Q4 intensity kicks in

Here’s What We’re Seeing So Far in 2025 — and What’s Coming Next

1. AI-Powered Phishing Has Gone Mainstream

Earlier this year, we saw a massive rise in emails that:

• Mimic internal communication styles

• Include personalized details scraped from social media

• Use urgent, plausible requests to bypass suspicion

Mid-year move:

• Strengthen email filters with AI/ML

• Retrain staff on red flags (even in “perfect” emails)

• Run phishing simulations this summer

2. Deepfake Attacks Are Getting Bolder

What used to feel like science fiction is now reality. In Q1 and Q2 alone, we’ve seen:

• Video deepfakes of executives requesting wire transfers

• Fake Zoom calls used for credential theft

• AI voice clones used in voicemail scams

Mid-year move:

• Train execs and finance teams on deepfake tactics

• Create no-exception verbal confirmation protocols

• Keep sensitive data off public-facing platforms

3. Ransomware Is More Targeted — and More Ruthless

Ransomware isn't just locking systems anymore. It’s:

• Mapping your network

• Encrypting and leaking data

• Returning if the first payment doesn’t secure full removal

Mid-year move:

• Double-check your backup strategy (can you restore fast?)

• Audit network segmentation

• Update endpoint detection tools

4. Supply Chain Attacks Are Catching Companies Off Guard

Even companies with strong internal controls have been affected via:

• Compromised vendors

• Insecure integrations

• API misuse

Mid-year move:

• Audit third-party vendors for security standards

• Review who has access to what

• Add clauses to vendor contracts requiring minimum security posture

5. Cloud Misconfigurations Remain a Silent Risk

Rapid growth in Q1 often led to rushed implementations. Now’s the time to:

• Audit permissions

• Close unused services

• Tighten cloud access monitoring

Mid-year move:

• Review all cloud environments for misconfigurations

• Educate departments on Shadow IT risks

• Consolidate overlapping cloud tools

6. MFA Fatigue Is Leading to Dangerous Approvals

Some of the biggest breaches in 2025 so far? Caused by MFA push spam. Employees click “Approve” just to make the prompts go away.

Mid-year move:

• Move to phishing-resistant MFA (FIDO2, passkeys, hardware tokens)

• Review access logs for abnormal login behavior

• Reinforce secure password practices company-wide

7. Internal Threats Are Still a Hidden Danger

Employee turnover has picked up again in 2025. We've seen companies forget to:

• Offboard users promptly

• Deactivate access to sensitive systems

• Monitor for malicious or negligent activity

Mid-year move:

• Tighten your offboarding checklist

• Use behavior monitoring to spot insider threats

• Foster a culture of ownership and accountability

Mid-Year = Your Moment to Regroup and Get Ahead

Cyber threats don’t follow your fiscal calendar — they evolve constantly. But checking in at the halfway point of the year gives you time to:

• Close high-risk gaps

• Update your security roadmap

• Secure funding for upgrades before budget season

• Show your customers and leadership you take protection seriously

Need Some Help to Finish 2025 Strong — and Secure?

Whether you need a quick audit or a full strategic overhaul, Gant Systems helps you:

• Identify vulnerabilities before attackers do

• Build a multi-layered cybersecurity strategy

• Monitor your systems 24/7

• Equip your people to be your first line of defense