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 threaten large corporations? Think again. Small businesses are now the prime targets for cybercriminals 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 face devastating financial impacts.

IBM's Cost Of A Data Breach Report 2024 reveals the average data breach costs a staggering $4.88 million, covering downtime, customer loss, legal expenses, ransom demands, and damage to your brand reputation.

Frightening, isn't it?

But there's hope: a revolutionary tool is empowering businesses like yours to detect cyberattacks before they wreak havoc—transforming cybersecurity.

Introducing a Smarter Defense

This technology is known as endpoint detection and response (EDR). You don't need to memorize the term—just understand its power.

Imagine a vigilant digital security guard constantly monitoring your computers.

Traditional antivirus only blocks known threats, but EDR continuously observes every action—logins, file changes, unusual activities. If it detects suspicious behavior, like ransomware spreading or logins from unfamiliar locations, it immediately intervenes to stop the attack.

Why EDR Is Critical Today

Cybercriminals have evolved—they no longer rely on simple hacks. They use stolen credentials, disguise malware as normal files, and exploit a single employee mistake.

EDR halts these sophisticated threats in their tracks, protecting your business from catastrophic damage.

More Than Just Smart—Often Mandatory

Many business owners don't realize that cyber insurance providers now often require EDR. Without it, your insurance might refuse to cover a breach—like filing a fire claim without a smoke detector.

Is Your Business Truly Secure?

If you're unsure, let's connect. We'll help you understand exactly what protections you need to prevent becoming an easy target.

It's always better to be proactive—because "sorry" could cost you everything.

Want to know if your business can withstand a $4.88 million cyberattack? Don't leave it to chance. Click here or give us a call at (949) 537-2909 to schedule a free 10-Minute Discovery Call with our team today. We'll review your cybersecurity setup and pinpoint vulnerabilities—no jargon, no pressure, just straightforward guidance.