A Lack of Spending Isn’t the Problem With Cloud Security, Structural Complexity Is 

Fortinet’s 2026 Cloud Security Report highlights growing complexity in hybrid/multi‑cloud environments (88% adoption; 81% with critical workloads across multiple providers), widespread tool sprawl and visibility gaps (70%), and significant skills shortages (74%), all compounding defenders’ challenges as attackers leverage AI and automation to outpace response. Leaders note a “complexity gap” driven by non‑human identities, excessive permissions, and fragmented controls, leaving many organizations lacking confidence in real-time cloud threat detection. The report suggests a shift toward consolidated platforms, with 64% indicating they would choose a single-vendor approach to reduce fragmentation and improve resilience.