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Cybersecurity in 2024: The Rise of Cyber Threats

Data Breaches on the Rise

Cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important as the world becomes more reliant on technology.

In April Hackmanac, a cybersecurity company, reported that the total number of data breaches has more than tripled between 2013 and 2022, with over 26 billion records exposed.

High-Profile Cyberattacks

During the first half of 2024, there have been a number of high-profile cyberattacks, including ransomware attacks, social security data breaches, and more.

• In a recent case, a South Florida-based company was sued for a social security data breach that affected over 53,000 people.
• Another major attack involved a ransomware attack on a major hospital, which forced the hospital to pay a large ransom to regain access to its data.

These attacks highlight the growing threat of cybercrime and the importance of taking steps to protect data.

Protecting Your Data

There are a number of steps that businesses and individuals can take to protect their data from cyberattacks. These include:

• Implementing strong security measures, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-malware software.
• Educating employees about cybersecurity best practices and making sure they understand how to avoid phishing attacks and other threats.
• Backing up data regularly to a secure location in case of a breach or ransomware attack.

By taking these steps, you can help to protect your data and your business from the growing threat of cybercrime.