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Abstract

The 2026 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) analyzes over 31,000 security incidents, including more than 22,000 confirmed breaches across 145 countries. The report highlights a shifting threat landscape where the exploitation of vulnerabilities has emerged as the primary initial access vector, surpassing credential abuse. Additionally, the report explores the growing impact of Generative AI (GenAI) in automating attacks and the rising prevalence of mobile-centric social engineering and third-party exposures.