Insider threats—whether malicious, compromised, or careless—pose a serious cybersecurity risk. Employees across departments frequently handle sensitive data via databases, cloud services, and file servers, often unknowingly exposing their organizations. From backing up files to personal cloud storage to copying thousands of documents to personal devices, routine actions can lead to data breaches. Stats show 10.6% of breaches stem from insider misuse, with privilege abuse as a leading factor. Imperva’s research highlights that internal users—not just external hackers—are among the greatest risks to data security, requiring vigilant monitoring and policy enforcement.

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