As remote and hybrid work become standard, businesses face growing security risks due to the increased use of both company-owned and personal devices (BYOD). Employees accessing corporate files over public Wi-Fi or using consumer apps for work create vulnerabilities that cybercriminals exploit. BYOD policies heighten exposure to phishing, malware, and data breaches, with 60% of businesses allowing email access on personal devices and over half of users falling victim to mobile phishing attacks. The cost of a data breach in 2024 averages $9.36M in the U.S., with companies facing financial and regulatory penalties for unsecured data sharing.

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