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Microsoft's Saira Mohammed on Evolving Landscape, CISO Challenges and AI Complexity Tom Field (SecurityEditor) • November 17, 2025

Today's threat landscape is constantly expanding in scope and severity. From artificial intelligence-backed cyberattacks to ransomware and smishing campaigns, enterprises see no shortage of cyber challenges that aim to test their resilience and break down customer trust.

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According to Saira Mohammed, Microsoft's chief security advisor, catching these challenges before they arise is dependent on several factors: community strength and communication, awareness and education. In order to procure solutions and boost client capability, enterprises must truly listen to their needs and quickly adapt to any situation from the outset.

"Microsoft is not just a solution provider. We are also customer zero. Our team is using our products and services internally. We drink our own champagne, and I believe that makes us ...