DBIR Trends Reveal the Human Side of Data Breaches
Verizon’s latest Data Breach Investigations Reports make one thing clear: the human element is the leading cause of data breaches year after year. Whether it’s a misclick, a misconfiguration, or a convincing phishing email, people—not just technology—are at the heart of most security incidents. This article explores three years of DBIR data, highlights the steady role of social engineering, and explains how organizations can reduce risk by investing in awareness, testing, and training, starting with their own workforce.
Aug 04, 2025
