# Kaspersky cybersecurity industry insights and tools > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kaspersky-cybersecurity-industry-insights-and-tools > Updated: 2026-10-22T04:40:05.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Kaspersky has introduced the Cyber Risk Heatmap, a free online assessment tool designed to help businesses evaluate their cybersecurity posture. The tool uses a questionnaire to identify vulnerabilities across six critical risk areas, providing users with a personalized heatmap and a PDF report containing recommendations for prioritizing security initiatives. In a separate report, a Kaspersky survey of 1,800 professionals across 18 countries found that 75% of global companies plan to boost their IT security capabilities within the next year. The study indicates that 99% of organizations now view IT security as a core business function, with high intent to increase measures among large enterprises in sectors such as manufacturing, IT, and finance. However, the report warns that a significant shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals remains a critical bottleneck, with some companies reporting hiring processes for experts that exceed six months. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-22: Kaspersky report: 75% of global companies plan to boost IT security A Kaspersky survey shows 75% of global companies plan to enhance IT security within a year, though a growing shortage of skilled professionals threatens to hinder these efforts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaspersky-report-75-of-global-companies-plan-to-boost-it-security ### 2026-10-19: Kaspersky launches Cyber Risk Heatmap tool for businesses Kaspersky has introduced a free Cyber Risk Heatmap tool to help companies identify cybersecurity vulnerabilities and prioritize defenses across six key risk areas. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaspersky-launches-cyber-risk-heatmap-tool-for-businesses --- Cite as: Kaspersky cybersecurity industry insights and tools. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kaspersky-cybersecurity-industry-insights-and-tools