Data Loss Prevention (DLP): What It Is, Types, And Solutions
KnowBe4, Friday, March 6th, 2026
Most data breaches don't happen because systems fail. They happen because people make routine errors.
Attackers know this, which is why social engineering has become the dominant attack vector, exploiting everyday actions like emailing files or responding to messages. Today, 70-90% of successful cyber attacks involve social engineering, resulting in data exposure that technical safeguards can't intercept.
In this threat landscape, you need a data loss prevention (DLP) strategy that accounts for real-time human error alongside policies and technical controls. Training still plays a role, but reducing risk depends on tools that help employees make safer choices in the moment, coaching users at the point of action rather than after the damage is done.