Last month, researchers from Forescout Technologies highlighted a troubling surge in the frequency and impact of data breaches, with organizations of all sizes and across every industry under growing threat. Ransomware dominates as the leading cause, trailed by third-party compromises and phishing attacks. Healthcare organizations were hit especially hard, as nearly half of all breaches affecting more than 5,000 individuals in 2024 targeted the healthcare sector. The report identifies healthcare, financial services, and professional services as the three most heavily affected industries.