1、COST OFINSIDERRISKS2026GLOBALREPORTIndependently conducted byTable of contentsAbout the coverTodays threat landscape is defined by speed and complexity.This years cover reflects that reality.The eclipse represents shadow AI:the unsanctioned tools operating beyond securitys view and quietly creating
2、insider risk.The surrounding light presents promise,as insider risk management shows its ability to restore visibility and context,giving organizations a proactive advantage to prevent incidents,reduce loss,and move forward with confidence.3567813141531 32454648495051525354IntroductionExecutive summ
3、aryKey findingsAbout this studyAnalysis and scope of the insider risk problemManaging the insider riskDemographicsConclusionFrameworkBenchmarkingLimitations2026 Cost of Insider Risks Global Report2Ponemon Institute is pleased to present the findings of the 2026 Cost of Insider Risks Global Report sp
4、onsored by DTEX.This is the seventh benchmark study conducted to understand the financial consequences of insider risks.Expanding on the 2025 edition,this years report explores the growing influence of artificial intelligence on insider risk and defense,and unlocks measurable data on the ROI of insi
5、der risk management.Study snapshot:25Incidents per company 354Organizations that experienced one or more material events caused by an insider7,490Total number of insider incidents8,750 IT and IT security practitioners interviewed“AI is the most transformative and dangerous shift in enterprise securi
6、ty history.Now more than ever,behavioral intelligence is needed to detect and deter insider risk:human or machine.”-Marshall Heilman,DTEX CEO2026 Cost of Insider Risks Global Report3Insider risk typesMALICIOUSNON-MALICIOUSNEGLIGENT:Causes harm through carelessness or inattentiveness Ignores warnings