The SonicWall Cyber Threat Report highlights the escalating costs and frequencies of cyberattacks on organizations, underlining a worrying trend that affects businesses globally. In the last year, organizations with a relatively modest size of 100-5,000 users have not been spared, with more than half experiencing one or several cyber incidents. These unwelcome events have been financially damaging, with the average cost soaring to $5.34 million. Such a figure represents not just a direct financial burden but also unleashes a series of indirect consequences, including but not limited to, tarnished reputations, operational disruptions, and potential regulatory penalties. These findings, drawn from an exhaustive collection of real-world data and threat intelligence, underscore the critical need for heightened cybersecurity vigilance. A proactive and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity, backed by real-time threat intelligence and robust defense mechanisms, is imperative for organizations seeking to navigate the digital landscape securely and mitigate the risks posed by an ever-evolving threat landscape.
Source: https://www.sonicwall.com/threat-report/
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"type": "Cyber Attack",
"date": "04/2024",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "5",
"explanation": "Attack threatening the organization’s existence"