세계 보안 테스트 시장 규모는 2024년 130억 달러에 달했습니다. 향후 IMARC Group은 이 시장이 2033년까지 583억 달러에 달하고, 2025-2033년 18.1%의 연평균 성장률(CAGR)을 보일 것으로 예측했습니다. 이 시장은 사이버 보안 위협 증가, 엄격한 규제 준수 요건 강화, 디지털 전환과 클라우드 컴퓨팅의 광범위한 채택, DevSecOps 관행의 통합, 정보 기술(IT) 환경의 복잡성 증가 등을 배경으로 강력한 성장세를 보이고 있습니다. 성장하고 있습니다.
사이버 보안 위협 증가
사이버 공격이 점점 더 교묘해지고 재발하고 있기 때문에 보안 테스트 서비스에 대한 수요가 증가하고 있습니다. 전 세계 조직은 침해, 랜섬웨어, 피싱 공격 및 기타 형태의 사이버 범죄에 점점 더 취약해지고 있습니다. 미국 데이터 유출 통계에 따르면, 2,741건이 공개되었고, 68억 4,595만 8,997건의 기록이 유출된 것으로 나타났습니다. 2024년 4월 한 달 동안에만 전 세계적으로 5,368만 4,757건의 알려진 기록 유출이 등록되었고, 652건의 사건이 공개되었습니다. 대기업과 정부기관에 대한 이러한 데이터 유출과 사이버 공격이 주목을 받으면서 사이버 보안의 위험에 대한 인식이 높아지고 있습니다. 그 결과, 다양한 산업의 기업들이 악의적인 행위자가 악용하기 전에 취약점을 파악하기 위해 보안 테스트에 투자하고 있습니다.
규제 준수 요건에 대한 관심 증가
세계 정부 및 산업 단체는 개인의 개인정보와 기밀 정보를 보호하기 위해 엄격한 데이터 보호 규정을 마련하고 있습니다. 유럽의 일반 데이터 보호 규정(GDPR(EU 개인정보보호규정)), 미국의 의료보험 상호운용성 및 책임에 관한 법률(HIPAA), 지불 카드 산업 데이터 보안 표준(PCI DSS)과 같은 규제는 조직이 강력한 보안 조치를 취하도록 요구하고 있습니다. 예를 들어, GDPR(EU 개인정보보호규정)은 개인 데이터 처리에 대한 개인의 명확한 동의의 필요성, 수정할 권리, 이의를 제기할 권리, 서비스 제공업체에서 다른 서비스 제공업체로 데이터 마이그레이션성에 대한 권리에 중점을 두고 있습니다. 이 규정은 또한 관리자에게 데이터 처리와 관련하여 투명하고 쉽게 접근할 수 있는 정보를 개인에게 제공할 의무를 규정하고 있습니다. 이러한 규정을 준수하지 않을 경우, 막대한 벌금, 법적 조치, 조직의 평판 저하를 초래할 수 있습니다. 그 결과, 기업은 컴플라이언스를 준수하고 처벌을 피하기 위해 정기적인 보안 테스트를 실시할 수밖에 없습니다.
DX에 대한 노력 강화
디지털 전환(DX)이 빠르게 도입되면서 사이버 위협의 공격 대상이 크게 증가하고 있습니다. 조직은 클라우드 컴퓨팅, 사물인터넷(IoT), 인공지능(AI), 모바일 애플리케이션 등의 기술을 활용하여 업무 효율성과 고객 경험을 향상시키고 있습니다. 그러나 이러한 발전은 새로운 보안 문제를 야기하고 있습니다. 세계경제포럼(WEF)에 따르면 2025년까지 DX가 세계 경제에 100조 달러를 추가할 것이라고 합니다. 또한, 2025년까지 디지털화가 가져올 100조 달러의 가치 중 약 2/3가 플랫폼 상호작용을 통해 실현될 것으로 예측됩니다. 기업이 디지털 플랫폼으로 전환할 때, 디지털 자산의 보안을 보장하고 기밀 데이터를 무단 액세스로부터 보호해야 합니다. 보안 테스트는 디지털 인프라, 용도, 네트워크의 취약점을 파악하는 데 도움이 되기 때문에 이 측면에서 중요한 역할을 합니다.
The global security testing market size reached USD 13.0 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 58.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 18.1% during 2025-2033. The market is experiencing robust growth, driven by the increasing cybersecurity threats, imposition of stringent regulatory compliance requirements, the widespread adoption of digital transformation and cloud computing, the integration of DevSecOps practices, and the growing complexity of information technology (IT) environments.
Increasing Prevalence of Cybersecurity Threats
Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated and are occurring recurrently, which has heightened the demand for the security testing services. Organizations across the globe are becoming increasingly vulnerable to breaches, ransomware, phishing attacks, and other forms of cybercrime. As per the U.S. data breach statistics, there are 6,845,908,997 known records breached in 2,741 publicly disclosed incidents. In April 2024 alone, globally, 5,336,840,757 known record breaches were registered, and 652 publicly disclosed incidents. These high-profile data breaches and cyberattacks on major corporations and government entities have heightened awareness of cybersecurity risks. Consequently, businesses across various industries are investing in security testing to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them.
Growing Focus on Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Governments and industry bodies across the globe have been establishing strict data protection regulations to protect the personal and sensitive information of individuals. Regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States, and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) have been mandating organizations to implement robust security measures. For instance, GDPR puts focus on the need for an individual's clear consent to process their personal data, the right to rectification, the right to object, and the right to data portability from one service provider to another. This regulation also lays down the obligation for controllers to provide transparent and easily accessible information to individuals on the processing of their data. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in hefty fines, legal consequences, and damage to an organization's reputation. As a result, businesses are compelled to conduct regular security testing to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
Rising Digital Transformation Initiatives
There has been a rapid adoption of digital transformation initiatives, which has majorly increased the attack surface for cyber threats. Organizations are making use of technologies such as cloud computing, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and mobile applications to improve their operational efficiency and customer experience. However, these advancements also introduce new security challenges. According to the World Economic Forum, $100 trillion will be added to the world economy through digital transformation by 2025. Moreover, by 2025, interactions driven by platforms are expected to enable roughly two-thirds of the $100 trillion value at stake from digitalization. As businesses migrate to digital platforms, they must ensure the security of their digital assets and protect sensitive data from unauthorized access. Security testing plays a crucial role in this aspect as it helps in identifying vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure, applications, and networks.
Network security testing accounts for the majority of the market share
As per the security testing market analysis, network security testing emerged as the largest segment, driven by the critical need to protect network infrastructure from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. It involves evaluating and fortifying an organization's network defenses, including firewalls, routers, switches, and intrusion detection systems, to identify vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorized access. The rising prevalence of cyberattacks that target network layers, prompting businesses to prioritize robust network security testing to safeguard sensitive data and ensure uninterrupted operations, is contributing to the security testing market share.
Penetration testing tool holds the largest share of the industry
Based on the security testing market trends and report, penetration testing tools represented the largest segment, driven by the increasing need for proactive identification and mitigation of security vulnerabilities within an organization's systems. They simulate real-world cyberattacks to uncover potential weaknesses in applications, networks, and security protocols before malicious actors can exploit them. These tools are essential for businesses to assess their security posture, comply with regulatory requirements, and protect sensitive data from breaches. The growing complexity of information technology (IT) environments, the rise in sophisticated cyber threats, and the widespread adoption of digital transformation initiatives are boosting the security testing market size.
Cloud-based represents the leading market segment
According to the security testing market industry overview, the cloud-based deployment mode constituted the largest segment, driven by the rapid adoption of cloud computing across various industries. Cloud-based solutions offer scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, enabling organizations to conduct comprehensive security assessments without the need for extensive on-premises infrastructure. These solutions provide real-time monitoring, automated updates, and seamless integration with other cloud services, ensuring robust protection against emerging cyber threats. Additionally, their ease of deployment, accessibility from anywhere, and reduced maintenance costs are propelling the market growth.
BFSI exhibits a clear dominance in the market
The banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) sector accounted for the largest market share, owing to the critical need to protect sensitive financial data and ensure regulatory compliance. This industry faces a high risk of cyberattacks due to the valuable and sensitive nature of the information it handles, including personal identification data, financial transactions, and confidential business information. Moreover, security breaches in this sector can lead to significant financial losses, legal repercussions, and damage to reputation. In line with this, the rising investment in advanced security testing solutions to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities, thereby ensuring robust protection against threats such as fraud, data breaches, and cyber espionage, is enhancing the market growth.
North America leads the market, accounting for the largest security testing market share
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America represents the largest regional market for security testing.
North America represented the largest segment, driven by the region's advanced technological infrastructure, high adoption rate of digital and cloud-based solutions, and stringent regulatory landscape. Moreover, the presence of major cybersecurity firms and a high awareness of cybersecurity threats among businesses is contributing to the market growth. Besides this, the imposition of several regulatory requirements, compelling organizations to implement rigorous security measures, including regular security testing, to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data, is fostering the market growth. Apart from this, the increasing frequency of sophisticated cyberattacks that target critical sectors, such as finance, healthcare, and government, is promoting the market growth.
(Please note that this is only a partial list of the key players, and the complete list is provided in the report.)