The 2026 Web Application Security Report uncovers key trends, threats, and strategies to defend critical apps and APIs—based on insights from 800+ IT pros. Get the insights you need to secure today’s hybrid and digital-first environments.
Benchmark your web application security with this report.
AI-related security risk is now the top business driver for application security investment, and only 5% are fully satisfied with their current web application security tools.
62% of organizations are consolidating tools—driven primarily by simplified management rather than cost reduction.
For security teams already stretched by talent shortages and alert volume, consolidation reduces the operational load, freeing capacity for proactive threat management.
Out of the professionals polled
%
saw an increase in AI-driven
attacks
Out of the professionals polled
%
have confidence in ability to defend against AI-generated attacks
Out of the professionals polled
%
cite visibility as the biggest challenge with current tools
overall confidence in application security posture
Organizations can boost application security and enhance cybersecurity professionals' confidence by implementing advanced security practices, tools, and training.
Fortinet Cloud Security empowers organizations to secure any application on any cloud.