Why Most Companies Still Get Hacked—And What I’ve Learned After 30 Years
Cyberattacks aren’t about if, but when. After 3 decades in the trenches, here’s why even the savviest firms get caught—and how you can outsmart the breach.
The Human Factor
Even the slickest tech can’t fix careless clicks. Early in my career, a phishing scam took down a Fortune 500’s email system within hours—a stark reminder that people are our biggest vulnerability.
Complexity Breeds Confusion
Networks have ballooned from simple setups to sprawling, tangled webs. It’s like trying to navigate a maze blindfolded. When updates lag or permissions pile up unchecked, attackers find a way in.
Detection Over Prevention?
The truth is, stopping every attack is a pipe dream. Focus on spotting breaches fast, because the longer attackers live in your system, the costlier the damage.
The Insider Threat
Not every danger lurks outside—sometimes it’s sitting right next to you, with legitimate access. Policies and trust must balance carefully.
Considerations for Cybersecurity Strategy
- Avoid fearmongering; focus on realistic, actionable insights.
- Show empathy—cybersecurity is as much about people as it is tech.
- Use jargon sparingly—keep it accessible to informed business readers.
Keywords to Optimize Your Security Approach
cybersecurity, cyberattack, phishing, insider threat, breach detection, network security, human factor, incident response
Excerpt
After 30 years watching cybersecurity evolve, one truth remains: it’s never just about technology. People’s mistakes, messy networks, and slow detection make breaches almost inevitable. So instead of chasing perfect prevention, focus on outsmarting attackers by knowing your own weak spots and catching threats quickly. Because in cybersecurity, it’s a race you can’t afford to lose.