March 2017 Equifax data breach: Lessons to learn for business leaders

The Equifax data breach of March 2017 was one of the most publicized cybersecurity incidents in recent years. Millions of people had their confidential information stolen, increasing the risk of identity fraud and even financial loss.

Learning from this event is paramount for cybersecurity experts and business leaders, especially with the ever-evolving nature of threats in the digital landscape. What lessons can directors, board members, and cyber security departments take away from the 2017 data breach?