Security Awareness Training – Verizon 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report

May 23, 2025

In this 15-minute training, the HG team breaks down the most critical findings from Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR)—and what they mean for real-world security programs. We cover the sharp rise in third-party breaches, the growing threat of GenAI misuse, and the continued dominance of ransomware and credential-based attacks. You’ll walk away with actionable insights on strengthening your defensive posture, prioritizing vendor risk, and building practical GenAI guardrails. Whether you’re in leadership, IT, or ops, this session delivers clear, executive-ready takeaways you can use today.

 

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