The Average Data Breach Now Costs $4.88 Million – How Much Would It Cost Your Business?
20 Aug 2025Cybercriminals aren’t just going after the big end of town anymore. Across Australia, small and medium businesses are now their most common targets — not because the rewards are smaller, but because the defences are often weaker. And when they get in, the cost can be devastating.
At BlueReef Technology, we’ve seen how one cyberattack can bring an unprepared business to a standstill. The latest research shows the average cost of a data breach is now $4.88 million. That’s lost productivity, lost customers, legal costs, possible ransom payments, and the long-term damage to your reputation. Under Australia’s Notifiable Data Breaches (NDB) scheme, you may also have to report the incident, which can lead to fines and more costs.
A Smarter Way to Protect Your Business
One of the most effective protections available today is a tool that constantly watches over your work devices. Think of it as a security guard that never takes a break. Instead of only blocking known threats, it keeps an eye on all activity — every login, every file change, every unusual action — and steps in immediately if something doesn’t look right.
Why This Matters Now
Criminals aren’t just “breaking in” anymore — they’re logging in with stolen details, hiding harmful software inside normal-looking files, and waiting for one simple mistake to open the door. The right security tools can stop these threats before they have a chance to do damage.
Not Just Smart — Often Required
In Australia, more cyber insurance providers are making advanced security measures a condition of cover. Without them, you could have a claim denied. These protections also help meet expectations under the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s Essential Eight framework — something increasingly required for government, defence, and large business contracts.
Is Your Business Ready?
If you’re not sure your systems are protected, now is the time to find out. BlueReef Technology can review your current setup, find any weak spots, and put the right protections in place — without slowing down your team.
Don’t wait until you’re facing a $4.88 million bill to act. Book your free security discovery call today and find out exactly where you’re at risk — before a cybercriminal does. https://bluereef.tech/contact 
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