2016年BSA全球软件调研报告（英文版）-2mb

Summary of BSA Global Software Survey (May 2016)

Core Content

The BSA Global Software Survey 2016 highlights the ongoing challenges of software license compliance and its significant impact on cybersecurity and business operations. It underscores the critical link between unlicensed software and increased exposure to malware, emphasizing the need for robust Software Asset Management (SAM) practices to mitigate risks and achieve cost savings.

Main Points

• Cybersecurity Risks:

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

• Unlicensed Software Prevalence:

  • In 2015, 39% of PC software globally was unlicensed, a slight decrease from 43% in 2013.
  • Despite awareness of risks, 26% of employees admitted installing unauthorized software on work computers, with 84% of those installing two or more unauthorized programs.
  • Only 70% of enterprises had an informal or no policy for connecting personal mobile devices at work.

• CIOs and Security Concerns:

  • CIOs recognize that unlicensed software poses a critical security threat.
  • Across all regions, CIOs identified data loss as their highest concern related to security incidents.

• SAM and Cybersecurity:

  • Effective SAM is essential for cloud computing and helps reduce cyber risks.
  • SAM enables organizations to track, manage, and secure their software inventory, leading to cost savings of up to 25% by eliminating over-licensing and unused software.

• Employee Awareness and Education:

  • Awareness of SAM is growing, but it is not enough on its own.
  • Employee education is crucial for the success of SAM initiatives.

Key Findings

• Global Trends:

  • The rate of unlicensed software use globally decreased from 43% in 2013 to 39% in 2015.
  • The commercial value of unlicensed software dropped to $52.2 billion in 2015 from $62.7 billion in 2013.

• Regional Highlights:

  • Asia Pacific: Unlicensed rate dropped to 61%, with China remaining the highest at 70%.
  • Central and Eastern Europe: Unlicensed rate dropped to 58%, with Russia showing a 2% increase in unlicensed use and a significant drop in commercial value due to currency devaluation.
  • Latin America: Unlicensed rate dropped to 55%, with Brazil and Mexico leading the decline.
  • Middle East and Africa: Unlicensed rate fell to 57%.
  • North America: Maintains the lowest rate at 17%, but with a commercial value of $10 billion.
  • Western Europe: Unlicensed rate dropped to 28%.

Critical Insights

• The correlation between malware and unlicensed software is strong, with a correlation coefficient of 0.78.
• Unlicensed software is not only a security risk but also a financial burden, with potential cost savings from proper SAM.
• Employee behavior remains a key factor in the continued use of unlicensed software, despite awareness of the risks.
• Policies and practices alone are insufficient without employee education and awareness.

Conclusion

The BSA survey reveals that while awareness of the risks associated with unlicensed software is increasing, the problem persists across many regions. Effective SAM is crucial for managing software assets, reducing cyber risks, and achieving cost efficiency. Combining SAM with employee education is essential for organizations to protect their digital environments and ensure compliance.