Unintentional data leakage can still result in the same penalties and reputational damage.

Data leakage is when vulnerabilities in a system are exploited, exposing data to unauthorized parties. Data loss is when sensitive information is lost due to a breach or system error.

Some tips for preventing data leakage:
Identify sensitive data: Know where your sensitive data is located in the organization.
Evaluate third-party risk
Secure endpoints
Encrypt data
Evaluate permissions
Implement a password security policy
Use encryption