Data breaches are on the rise, with vulnerabilities exploited as a major source, according to the latest Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). The report highlights the surge in vulnerability exploitation and the increasing threat landscape globally, with over 30,500 incidents and 10,626 confirmed data breaches across 94 countries analyzed. Key findings include the prevalence of credential stuffing, phishing, and web application vulnerabilities as common attack vectors, emphasizing the need for stronger defenses and cybersecurity measures.