A Data Breach is a security incident in which sensitive, protected, or confidential information is accessed, stolen, or exposed by an unauthorized party. This can include personal information (like names and social security numbers), financial data (such as credit card details), or proprietary business information. Data breaches can occur through various means, including hacking, malware infections, social engineering, or insider threats. The consequences of a data breach can be severe, including financial losses, damage to reputation, legal penalties, and loss of customer trust. Preventing data breaches involves implementing strong security measures such as encryption, access controls, and regular security audits. Additionally, organizations need to have incident response plans in place to quickly detect, contain, and mitigate the impact of a breach if it occurs.
