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According to the 2026 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, ransomware was present in a staggering 48% of all breaches, an all-time high that marks a steady and alarming rise from the previous year. The data is unequivocal: for most enterprises, ransomware is now the defining threat within the System Intrusion pattern, appearing in nearly three out of every four cases. These numbers should serve as a wake-up call for every executive, not just the IT team. [Read More](https://info.janusassociates.com/blog/ransomware-in-2026-what-the-latest-data-means-for-your-readiness-response-and-recovery) ## [Why Organizations Need a Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan](https://info.janusassociates.com/blog/why-organizations-need-a-cybersecurity-incident-response-plan) A cybersecurity incident response plan is a documented, repeatable process for detecting, containing, eradicating, and recovering from cyberattacks while minimizing operational, financial, and reputational damage. NIST’s incident response guidance emphasizes that formal plans reduce both the number and impact of incidents and improve the efficiency of detection, response, and recovery activities. [Read More](https://info.janusassociates.com/blog/why-organizations-need-a-cybersecurity-incident-response-plan) ## [Business Continuity & Incident Response for 2026 and The Future](https://info.janusassociates.com/blog/business-continuity-incident-response-for-2026) Disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response plans are no longer ‘nice to have’; they are core disciplines for achieving cyber resilience. Organizations that can detect, contain, and quickly recover from disruptions are better positioned to protect revenue, customer trust, and shareholder value. 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