10 years in review: Cost of a Data Breach

Today, the pace of world change astounds us, and cybersecurity reflects that, unlike any other industry. The data from the last decade tells us an amazing — and sometimes troubling — story. In 2014, the average cost of a data breach was $3.5 million. Today, the average cost of a data breach has surged nearly […]

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Spend to save: The CFO’s guide to cybersecurity investment

Attack volumes are up, and attackers are finding new ways to compromise corporate security. According to the HackerOne 6th Annual Hacker-Powered Security Report, ethical hackers found 65,000 vulnerabilities in 2022. What’s more, 92% of hackers said they could pinpoint weaknesses that scanning tools missed, making reliance on detection technology alone a dangerous prospect. At the […]

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Going Up! How to Handle Rising Cybersecurity Costs

The average cost of cybersecurity systems, solutions and staff is increasing. As noted by research firm Gartner, companies will spend 11% more in 2023 than they did in 2022 to effectively handle security and risk management. This puts companies in a challenging position: If spending stays the same, IT environments are at risk. If they […]

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What Experts Had To Say About the 2022 Cost of a Data Breach Report

The 2022 Cost of a Data Breach report was eagerly anticipated by cybersecurity professionals and the technology industry as a whole. Following two years of increased remote work and other changes due to the pandemic, the report was an important benchmark on the lasting impact and future trends of data breaches.  Not surprisingly, this year’s […]

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The Cost of a Data Breach for Government Agencies

What happens when attackers breach local government, police departments or public health services? What would happen if attackers compromised the U.S. Treasury’s network? These types of incidents happen every month and lead to service interruptions at the very least. More serious problems could occur, such as leakage of classified data or damage to critical infrastructure. […]

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11 Stats on CISO Spending to Inform Your 2020 Cybersecurity Budget

A bigger cybersecurity budget is a tool to address security risks, business needs and industry changes. Here are 11 statistics on CISO spending to help inform your 2020 cybersecurity budget.

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Are Applications of AI in Cybersecurity Delivering What They Promised?

Many enterprises are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies as part of their overall security strategy, but results are mixed on the usefulness of AI in cybersecurity settings.

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4 Tips to Make the Most of Your Security Budget

Getting an increase security budget approved is one thing; spending it effectively is another challenge altogether. Follow these tips to get the most value out of your SOC’s funds.

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How the Value Outweighs the Cost of Security

Regardless of a company’s size, the value of building a strong security posture will always outweigh the cost of security.

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Migrating Security to the Cloud: A Model for Total Cost of Ownership

When migrating security to the cloud, IT managers must measure the complete total cost of ownership, which includes tangible and intangible costs.

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