Shocked businessman looking at calculator showing total loss of $4,880,000 with cyber attack icons.

The Average Data Breach Now Costs $4.88 Million – How Much Would It Cost You?

August 11, 2025

Think cyberattacks only target huge corporations? Think again. Today, small businesses face the brunt of cybercriminal activity because they often have weaker defenses and are more likely to pay ransoms.

Unlike Fortune 500 companies that can absorb breach costs, most small businesses simply can't afford the financial fallout.

IBM's Cost Of A Data Breach Report 2024 reveals that the average data breach costs a staggering $4.88 million—covering downtime, lost customers, legal expenses, ransom payments, and lasting damage to your brand reputation.

Sounds alarming, right?

Here’s the silver lining: a revolutionary tool is empowering businesses like yours to detect cyber threats early and stop them before harm occurs. This innovation is transforming cybersecurity.

Introducing Smarter Cyber Defense

Meet endpoint detection and response (EDR)—a cutting-edge solution that acts like a vigilant digital security guard, tirelessly monitoring your systems.

Unlike traditional antivirus software that only blocks known threats, EDR continuously observes every action on your devices—every login, file change, and unusual activity. When suspicious behavior arises, such as ransomware attempts or logins from unfamiliar locations, EDR immediately intervenes to neutralize the threat.

Why EDR Is Essential Today

Cybercriminals have evolved beyond old tactics. They now use stolen credentials, disguise malware as ordinary files, and exploit a single employee error to infiltrate your business.

EDR stops these advanced threats in their tracks—protecting your business from devastating attacks.

More Than Just Smart—It's Becoming Mandatory

Many business owners don’t realize that cyber insurance providers are increasingly requiring EDR tools. Without them, your insurance may refuse to cover breach damages—similar to filing a fire claim without a smoke detector.

Is Your Business Truly Secure?

If you’re unsure, we’re here to help. We'll guide you through the necessary protections, ensuring your business isn’t an easy mark for cybercriminals.

Remember, it’s better to be proactive than to face the costly consequences of a cyberattack.

Ready to discover if your business can withstand a $4.88 million cyberattack? Don’t wait to find out the hard way. Click here or call us at (949) 396-1100 to schedule your free 15-Minute Discovery Call today. We’ll assess your cybersecurity status and clearly identify any vulnerabilities—no confusing tech talk, no pressure, just straightforward advice.