NCC Group, a people-powered, tech-enabled global cyber security business, has published its 2024 Annual Research Report. The report highlights NCC Group’s significant contributions to creating a more secure digital future through pioneering research, innovative tools, and active engagement with industry and academia.
In 2024, NCC Group published 127 pieces of research, including:
- 48 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), showcasing our commitment to identifying and addressing software and hardware vulnerabilities.
- 10 Open-Source Tools, empowering the global cyber security community with resources to enhance security capabilities.
- 52 Blog Posts, offering in-depth insights, technical guidance, and thought leadership across various domains of cyber security.
- 17 Public Reports, reinforcing transparency and collaboration by sharing findings from critical assessments and research initiatives.
In 2024, NCC Group researchers tackled a wide range of critical topics, including identifying and addressing software and hardware vulnerabilities, developing advanced strategies for network and system security, and providing tools to counter emerging malware and ransomware threats.
Our researchers explored innovative cryptographic solutions for secure communications, prepared for post-quantum challenges, and assessed the integration of AI into cyber security. Another focus was addressing vulnerabilities in telecommunications infrastructure, emphasising the importance of securing global communications systems.
Global Research Director Andy Davis said:
“Our research over the past 25 years underscores NCC Group’s pivotal role in cyber security. We’ve tackled current and emerging threats, enhanced secure development practices, promoted cryptographic security, and provided essential forensic and incident response insights.
Our work also includes guidance on compliance and best practices and serves as a valuable educational resource, ultimately contributing to a more secure and resilient future. Looking ahead to 2025, we remain committed to the exploration of cyber security. Together, with our partners and the global community, we aim to build a more secure digital future.”
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About research at NCC Group
NCC Group employs some of the most talented security consultants and researchers, serving 15,000 clients worldwide and uncovering countless vulnerabilities annually through client work and independent research. Our expertise spans almost every area of security, including global standards bodies like CIS Benchmarks. We conduct offensive and defensive research across a vast range of targets, publish in various subfields such as applied cryptography, hardware and embedded systems, and secure coding, and share our findings through blog posts, whitepapers, and technical advisories.
Our research program delivers thousands of research days annually, supported by a full-time technical leadership team. It is regularly presented at top venues like Black Hat USA and DEF CON, and its work is frequently covered by major publications like Wired, Forbes, and The New York Times.