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In 2024, the average cost of an insider threat incident reached $17.4 million. When you consider that these types of incidents happen daily, it becomes clear that we’re facing a frequent and expensive danger. So, what is an insider threat? Today, it means much more than a data leak; it’s a strategic vulnerability that can disrupt business continuity.

While external cyberattacks dominate headlines, internal threats have quietly become more pervasive and expensive. A staggering 76% of organizations report an increase in frequency of insider attacks over the past year (Cybersecurity Insiders, 2024). In some cases, these aren’t rogue employees; instead, they’re often well-intentioned staff making preventable mistakes, or individuals showing signs of burnout, disengagement, or quiet quitting.

According to Cybersecurity Insiders’ 2024 Insider Threat Report, 83% of organizations reported at least one insider attack from 2023-2024. Insider threat management is a crucial practice for organizations aiming to protect their sensitive information, systems, and operations from insider risks.

In 2025, data is everywhere, in your inbox, on your phone, and flowing through a maze of corporate servers. It’s the lifeblood of business, medicine, and everyday life. Unfortunately, that makes it irresistible to thieves. Not the smash‑and‑grab burglars of old but quiet intruders who watch and learn before they start siphoning off secrets. In cybersecurity circles, this quiet theft is called data exfiltration. There’s a good reason security experts are ringing alarm bells.

We’re excited to announce the release of TMU 770, packed with over 370 new features and enhancements across Windows Agent 25.28, Mac Agent 25.24, Web 25.30.1, Server 25.28, and BI 25.28. This release focuses on bolstering security, giving you greater control over your monitoring, and optimizing performance across the platform. Here’s a summary of what’s new and improved in TMU 770.

Understanding the current landscape of insider threats in cybersecurity is essential for any organization aiming to strengthen its security posture. As the nature of internal risks evolves, tracking the latest trends empowers security leaders to make smarter, more proactive decisions. In this article, we break down the latest research, share expert insights, and highlight real-world incidents to help you assess your organization’s vulnerabilities and refine your insider threat management strategy.