A security breach can take many forms depending on the nature of the attack and your infrastructure. Have you seen or noticed one or more of the following potential signs?
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Sudden spikes in network traffic, unexpected outgoing connections, or unusual data transfers can indicate unauthorised access or data theft and exfiltration
Suspicious logins or attempts to access restricted areas of the network or applications using unauthorised credentials
Unauthorised changes to system configurations, settings, or user permissions could indicate that an attacker has gained access to administrative privileges
Missing files, unexpected changes to data, or instances of data corruption without a clear explanation could be a sign of a security breach
Unexplained system crashes, freezes, or unusually slow performance can sometimes be attributed to malicious activities such as malware infections or denial-of-service attacks
Alerts from intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, or other security tools indicating potential threats or suspicious activities
An increase in phishing emails targeting employees or customers, especially those containing malicious links or attachments, can indicate attempts to gain unauthorised access to sensitive information, or point to a recent data theft where large numbers of records were leaked
Suspicious behaviour associated with user accounts, such as multiple failed login attempts, logins from unusual locations, or changes to account details, could indicate unauthorised access
The presence of unfamiliar files, executables, or processes on systems or servers may indicate the presence of malware or unauthorised software
Any breaches of regulatory compliance standards or industry best practices, such as GDPR violations or PCI DSS non-compliance, should be investigated promptly as they may indicate a security breach