2026 SANS Cyber Threat Intelligence Survey Insights
Cyber Threat Intelligence is no longer fighting for legitimacy—it is fighting for influence.
The 2026 SANS Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Survey examines how threat intelligence programs are evolving and where they continue to fall short. Drawing on responses from security practitioners and, for the first time, a dedicated group of 67 CISOs and CSOs, the report reveals a discipline that is widely recognized as essential but still struggles to shape executive decisions and business outcomes.
The findings highlight a growing disconnect between the value organizations place on CTI and its influence on strategic decision-making. While most organizations have established dedicated CTI capabilities, many teams remain small, resource-constrained, and increasingly expected to support everything from security operations and vulnerability management to executive reporting. The report also explores how AI is becoming operational within CTI workflows, why governance and program measurement remain persistent weaknesses, and what security leaders can do to make intelligence more actionable.
Key Highlights:
- Exclusive insights from security practitioners and 67 CISOs on the state of CTI in 2026
- Why organizations value threat intelligence but struggle to turn it into executive action
- How AI is transforming CTI workflows, reporting, and operational efficiency
- The biggest challenges facing CTI teams, including limited resources, governance, and measurement
- Practical recommendations for building intelligence programs that drive security and business decisions
Whether you’re building a CTI program, supporting security operations, or leading cybersecurity strategy, this report provides practical research, benchmark data, and actionable recommendations to strengthen the impact of threat intelligence across your organization.
➡️ Download the full survey report to discover how leading organizations are evolving their CTI capabilities and what it takes to transform intelligence into measurable business impact.
