Verizon ’s Security Breach Investigations Report has found that 81 % of company security - related breaches were due to either stolen or weak data . Another 63% use their company mobile device for personal use as well. It found that over 70 % of employees use the same passwords at work , which can cause serious and expensive data breaches . They recommend that companies bolster security measures while also continuing to educate employees about the latest hacking trends and how to implement safer password practice .
Verizon ’s Security Breach Investigations Report has found that 81 % of company security - related breaches were due to either stolen or weak data . It found that over 70 % of employees use the same passwords at work , which can cause serious and expensive data breaches . They recommend that companies bolster security measures while also continuing to educate employees about the latest hacking trends and how to implement safer password practice .