SecurityScorecard Finds that Breaches More Frequently Reported on Fridays; Identifies Risk Mitigation Strategies

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SecurityScorecard Also Launches New Research and Insights Center to Help Security Professionals Make Faster, Smarter Decisions

NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — SecurityScorecard, the global leader in cybersecurity ratings, today launched a new data report, “The CISO’s Playbook: Stay Ahead of Friday Breach Effects” as part of its Research & Insights Center, which features the latest information on cybersecurity trends and news from the company’s top data scientists and thought leaders.

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Expect increased ransomware attacks in the coming years, many of which will likely occur during the weekend.

The report warns that entities can expect increased ransomware attacks in the coming years, many of which will likely occur during the weekend. As breach reporting has become widely required, entities should increase security vigilance on Saturdays and Sundays to improve their understanding of an unpredictable threat landscape. Key report findings include:

  • The multi-year data analysis revealed that breaches were reported more frequently on Fridays, with a statistically significant ‘Friday Effect’ in 2021

  • A spike of Sunday breach discoveries…

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