The pandemic and ensuing economic downturn created a landscape rife with opportunities for bad actors to cause data breaches. More remote workers, more dependence on the cloud, and in the move away from the office, less attention to securing equipment.
Now, data breaches are more common and more damaging than ever. The average total cost per breach increased from $3.54 million in 2006 to $8.19 million in 2019.
After a data breach, getting back to normal operations quickly seems like a reasonable priority. But during the rush of crisis mode, security often gets overlooked.
Developing a solid data security strategy now can minimize your vulnerability against threats, risks, and other potential damages.
There are a number of strategies that you can implement right now to not just protect your data, but your brand, assets, infrastructure, and reputation. Find out what they are, and how you can get started right now by reading Data Security Strategies for an Evolving Threat Landscape.
