Data Breach

Within security and cybersecurity, a data breach pertains to the unintended or unlawful disclosure, acquisition, or exposure of private, sensitive, or secret information; frequently, this involves personal or corporate data. Numerous events, including cyberattacks, hacking incidents, insider threats, and unintentional data releases, could result in this breach. Data security is usually compromised due to a data breach, which may allow sensitive data—such as financial records, intellectual property, private identifiable information (PII), or sensitive business data—to be stolen, disclosed, altered, or destroyed. Data breaches are a significant problem in cybersecurity because they can have serious repercussions, such as financial losses, reputational damage, and legal or regulatory ramifications.

ThreatNG, the comprehensive solution encompassing External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Digital Risk Protection (DRP), and Security Ratings, enriched with its distinctive "Brand Damage Susceptibility" assessment capability, plays a critical role in mitigating the risk of a Data Breach, particularly within an organization's external digital presence. By continuously monitoring digital assets, ThreatNG identifies vulnerabilities, digital risks, and potential threats that could lead to data breaches. For example, when ThreatNG detects a high-risk vulnerability in a financial institution's online payment system, it initiates a seamless handoff to existing security solutions, such as Brand Protection, which takes immediate actions, including incident response coordination and legal measures, to protect sensitive customer data and safeguard the brand's reputation. By facilitating this efficient transition of insights and ensuring a coordinated response, ThreatNG aids in preventing data breaches and the associated risks while reinforcing data security within the organization's digital footprint.