A data breach is a security incident where an unauthorized individual accesses sensitive information. When a breach happens, personal, financial or confidential data can be exposed, stolen or misused.

“Sensitive information is any PII which, if it falls into the wrong hands, can cause significant, even catastrophic injury to the individual,” Mitchell noted. “For example, if a hacker gets the ...

Microsoft 365's built-in Data Loss Prevention tools make it easier for IT teams to safeguard sensitive data and prevent misuse across email, SharePoint, OneDrive and more. In any organization, the IT ...

A hacker has allegedly stolen a massive trove of sensitive data – including highly classified defense documents and missile ...

Ransomware is a major threat to every industry. In recent years, hackers have increasingly targeted companies with ransomware, locking their data unless a ransom is paid. In some cases, they also ...

Many states are entering 2026 with a major challenge that began last year: navigating increasing pressure from the federal government to hand over residents’ sensitive data. Since early 2025, the ...