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What Is Sensitive Data Exposure and How Can It Be Avoided?

April 17, 2023

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Organizations nowadays process tons of consumer data every day. This data ranges from the standard – names, email addresses, etc. – to personally identifiable information, like social security numbers and banking credentials. And while this type of data is an asset, especially for businesses, accidentally revealing it and causing sensitive data exposure can be very costly.

Sensitive data exposure doesn’t result just in hair-raising fines. Being careless with user information also damages companies’ reputations, attracts negative media attention, and, most importantly, can lead to further data breaches. It’s a lose-lose game for businesses and the people entrusting their private data to them.

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