We've curated 5 cybersecurity statistics about data leaks to help you understand how sensitive information is being exposed and the evolving practices organizations are adopting to prevent breaches in 2025.
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59% of security leaders are very concerned about accidental employee data leaks over the next 12 months.
45% of respondents are very concerned about sensitive data being shared with generative AI tools like ChatGPT.
Only 12% of organizations feel fully prepared to detect or respond to sensitive data being shared with GenAI tools.
Only 26% of organizations feel fully prepared to respond effectively to accidental employee data leaks.
The average number of ransomware groups posting victim data per week in Q3 2025 was 25.
74% of defense contractors lack data leakage protection.
65% of education leaders are aware of data leakage as an AI cybersecurity risk.
Nearly 45% of business leaders believe Gen Z employees are more likely than other generations to leak company information.
25% of business leaders say Gen Z employees posted screenshots of sensitive Slack or Teams chats online.
Of business leaders that said Gen Z employees leaked confidential information, only 10% said the leak resulted in no serious consequences.
47% of business leaders think it’s likely Gen Z employees would intentionally share confidential details on social media for content or engagement.
18% of business leaders say a Gen Z employee has leaked confidential information.
Of business leaders that said Gen Z employees leaked confidential information, 47% reported legal issues.
Of business leaders that said Gen Z employees leaked confidential information, 42% reported financial losses.
28% of business leaders say Gen Z employees shared Zoom clips or screenshots from confidential meetings.
24% of business leaders have seen Gen Z employees post behind-the-scenes product demos before launches.
Of business leaders that said Gen Z emplouyes leaked confidential information, 54% reported reputational damage.
41% say Gen Z employees have gossiped or shared private information with unauthorized people.
58% of companies have increased training due to concerns about Gen Z leaking company data.
Of business leaders that said Gen Z employees leaked confidential information, 52% reported client loss or damaged relationships.