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

You might think only large corporations face devastating cyberattacks, but in reality, small businesses are the prime targets. Why? Because they're easier to breach and often more willing to pay ransoms.

While a Fortune 500 company can absorb breach costs, many small businesses simply can't afford the financial blow.

IBM's Cost Of A Data Breach Report 2024 reveals the average data breach costs $4.88 million, factoring in downtime, customer loss, legal expenses, ransom payments, and reputational damage.

Frightening, isn't it?

Fortunately, an innovative solution is revolutionizing how businesses defend themselves: catching cyberthreats before any harm is done.

Introducing a Smarter Defense

Meet endpoint detection and response (EDR). No need to remember the acronym—just understand its power.

Think of EDR as a vigilant digital guard, monitoring every action on your devices.

Unlike traditional antivirus that only blocks known threats, EDR tracks all activities—logins, file changes, unusual behaviors—and intervenes immediately if it detects suspicious actions like ransomware spread or unauthorized access.

Why EDR Is Critical Today

Cybercriminals have evolved; they're smarter, quicker, and more deceptive. They use stolen credentials, mask malware as everyday files, and wait for a single misstep to strike.

EDR halts these threats swiftly—protecting your business from devastating attacks.

Not Just Smart—Often Mandatory

Many owners don't realize: cyber insurance companies increasingly require EDR. Without it, your insurance claims might be denied—like filing a fire claim without a smoke detector.

Is Your Business Properly Shielded?

If you're uncertain, let's talk. We'll help you identify essential protections and ensure your business isn't an easy mark.

Protect yourself now—because the cost of being "sorry" could be catastrophic.

Curious if your business could withstand a $4.88 million cyberattack? Don't wait to find out the hard way. Click here or call us at (321) 221-2991 to schedule a free Consult. We'll assess your cybersecurity setup with no technical jargon, no pressure—just straightforward advice.