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Cost of a data breach worldwide in 2026, by initial attack vector (in million U.S. dollars)

Cost per record of a data breach worldwide 2026, by initial attack vector

Last update: Aug 31, 2026

Region: Worldwide

Statista Research Department

Survey time period: May 2026

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