The 2026 Cost of Insider Risks Report is Here
The evidence behind fewer incidents and lower costs.
The most authoritative global research on insider risk is now available.
The Ponemon Institute Cost of Insider Risks Report delivers hard data on what’s actually working to reduce insider incidents, shorten containment times, and lower incident costs — and where organizations are still exposed as AI reshapes insider risk.
Based on insights from organizations worldwide, the report connects cost, behavior, technology, and outcomes to show which security investments are paying off — and by how much.
If you’re responsible for insider risk, data protection, or security strategy in an AI-driven environment, this report provides the benchmarks and evidence needed to guide decisions in 2026 and beyond.