Top 5 Causes of Data Breaches in Professional Services
Knowing where breaches start is half the battle. These five causes account for most incidents in professional firms.
Most data breaches stem from everyday errors — not hackers. In professional services, the top five causes include:
- Mis-sent emails (wrong recipient or attachment)
- Lack of encryption on mobile devices
- Phishing attacks on staff
- Unsecured data sharing tools
- Poor access controls on shared folders
All of these can be reduced with training, tech, and clear policy enforcement.
