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BSA Global Software Survey Summary (May 2016)

Core Content

The BSA Global Software Survey highlights the critical relationship between software license compliance and cybersecurity risks. It emphasizes that the use of unlicensed or unauthorized software significantly increases the likelihood of malware attacks and other cyber threats, which can lead to substantial financial and reputational damage for organizations.

Main Points and Key Findings

• Cybersecurity Risks:

  • In 2015, 430 million new pieces of malware were discovered, a 36% increase from 2014.
  • Organizations experienced a malware attack every seven minutes.
  • Over 500 million personal information records were stolen or lost through data breaches in 2015.
  • The global cost of cyberattacks exceeded $400 billion in 2015.
  • A successful cyberattack can cost an organization an average of $11 million.

• Unlicensed Software Prevalence:

  • 39% of software installed on PCs globally was not properly licensed in 2015, a slight decrease from 43% in 2013.
  • In critical industries such as banking, insurance, and securities, 25% of software was unlicensed.
  • 26% of employees admitted to installing unauthorized software on work computers, with 84% installing two or more such programs.
  • 70% of enterprises had only informal or no policy regarding personal mobile devices at work.

• Correlation Between Unlicensed Software and Cyber Risk:

  • A strong positive correlation (0.78) exists between malware and unlicensed software.
  • This correlation is comparable to the relationship between education and income or the rule of law and IT sophistication.
  • The 2015 IDC study also confirmed that unlicensed software is a strong predictor of malware encounters.

• CIO Awareness and Concerns:

  • CIOs recognize the security risks of unlicensed software and prioritize data loss as a top concern.
  • Despite awareness, dangerous practices persist, with many CIOs underestimating the amount of unauthorized software on their networks.

• Regional Trends:

  • Asia Pacific: Unlicensed software use decreased from 59% to 61%, with China's high usage pulling the regional average upward.
  • Central and Eastern Europe: Unlicensed software use dropped to 58%, but Russia's rate increased slightly, and commercial value saw a significant devaluation.
  • Latin America: Regional unlicensed software use dropped to 55%, largely due to Brazil and Mexico's declines.
  • Middle East and Africa: The rate fell to 57%, with some countries showing improvements.
  • North America: Maintains the lowest rate at 17%, with a commercial value of $10 billion.
  • Western Europe: The rate dropped to 28%.

Key Recommendations

• Software Asset Management (SAM):

  • SAM is essential for managing software and cloud services effectively.
  • It helps in tracking software usage, reducing risk, and realizing cost savings of up to 25%.
  • SAM should be integrated into business practices, including policies for purchase, deployment, update, and retirement of software.

• Employee Education:

  • Policies alone are insufficient; employee education is crucial for compliance.
  • Educating employees about the risks and importance of license compliance can reduce unauthorized software use.

• Cloud Computing Considerations:

  • Cloud computing brings benefits but requires effective SAM to manage software and cloud services.
  • Organizations must understand their rights and usage of cloud-based software to avoid cost and risk mismanagement.

Conclusion

Despite growing awareness of the risks associated with unlicensed software, its use remains prevalent across many regions. The survey underscores the need for a combination of robust SAM practices and employee education to mitigate cyber risks and optimize software usage. Effective SAM not only enhances security but also leads to cost savings and operational efficiency.