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 large corporations? Think again. Small businesses have become the prime targets for cybercriminals because they often lack robust 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, lost customers, legal fees, ransom payments, and brand damage.

Terrifying, isn't it?

Here’s the silver lining: a revolutionary tool is now empowering businesses like yours to detect and stop cyberattacks before they wreak havoc, transforming cybersecurity as we know it.

Introducing Smarter Cyber Defense

This game-changing technology is called endpoint detection and response (EDR). You don’t need to memorize the term—just understand its power.

Imagine a vigilant digital security guard monitoring your devices 24/7.

Unlike traditional antivirus that only blocks known threats, EDR continuously observes every action on your computers—logins, file changes, unusual activities—and instantly intervenes if it detects ransomware spreading or logins from suspicious locations.

Why This Matters More Than Ever

Cybercriminals have evolved. They no longer rely on old tricks but exploit stolen credentials, disguise malware as everyday files, and wait for a single employee slip-up.

EDR stops these threats dead in their tracks—protecting your business before disaster strikes.

Not Just Smart—Increasingly Essential

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

Is Your Business Truly Secure?

If you’re uncertain, let’s connect. We’ll guide you through what protections you need and help ensure your business isn’t an easy target.

It's always better to be proactive—because the cost of regret could be catastrophic.

Wondering if your business could withstand a $4.88 million cyberattack? Don’t risk finding out the hard way. Click here or call us at 281-402-2620 to schedule a free 15-Minute Discovery Call with our experts. We’ll assess your cybersecurity stance and pinpoint vulnerabilities—no confusing tech talk, no pressure, just straightforward guidance.