COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Experian® Data Breach Resolution, one of the first companies to develop products and services that address this critical issue, announces the availability of 2014 Data Breach Industry Forecast, a white paper outlining key trends companies should watch out for next year.

According to the paper, the number of data breaches both experienced and reported is expected to rise, with no signs of a slowdown. To help companies better understand this evolving landscape, Experian Data Breach Resolution looked at a few of the most significant issues affecting the industry. The commentary is beneficial for organizations defending their data and partners such as legal counsel and cyberinsurers that are vital components in data breach management.

"Over the past year, we have handled more breaches for clients than ever before, so it was an opportune time to share our perspective with the industry," said Michael Bruemmer, vice president at Experian Data Breach Resolution. "Data breaches will likely happen, so it is important that organizations keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity news and trends. This paper provides insight that professionals can consider as they tackle their data breach prevention and management plans."

Some of the data breach industry topics addressed in the white paper include:


    --  Healthcare Breaches: Opening the Floodgates. With the addition of the
        Healthcare Insurance Marketplace, thousands of individuals will be
        introduced into the healthcare system and possibly increase the
        vulnerability of the already-susceptible healthcare industry. When
        combined with new Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
        data breach compliance rules that require more notification, the
        healthcare industry is likely to make the most breach headlines in 2014.
    --  Will the Cloud and Big Data Equal Big International Breaches?
        International data breach response plans will be essential in 2014 as
        European Union regulations continue to take shape and be enforced based
        on where the customer lives rather than where the data is located. In
        response, organizations will begin looking for internationally savvy
        privacy attorneys to help guide them through the new regulations in
        foreign jurisdictions, as well as new ways to provide notification in
        many languages and locations.
    --  A Surge in Adoption of Cyberinsurance. Currently, only one-third of
        companies have purchased cyberinsurance, which means significant growth
        potential to providers.  As the industry evolves, rapid adoption is
        expected within the year. In turn, companies will likely benefit from
        more policy options.

Through continued dialogue and industry advancements, companies can become better prepared to mitigate the potential financial and reputational damage of a data breach. To access the full white paper, visit http://www.experian.com/2014databreachforecast.

Additional data breach resources, including Webinars, white papers and videos, can be found at http://www.experian.com/databreach.

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About Experian Data Breach Resolution
Experian(®) is a leader in the data breach resolution industry and one of the first companies to develop products and services that address this critical issue. As an innovator in the field, Experian has a long-standing history of providing swift and effective data breach resolution for thousands of organizations, having serviced millions of affected consumers. For more information on the Experian Data Breach Resolution division at ConsumerInfo.com, Inc. and how it enables organizations to plan for and successfully mitigate data breach incidents, visit http://www.experian.com/databreach.

About Experian
 Experian is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients around the world. The Group helps businesses to manage credit risk, prevent fraud, target marketing offers and automate decision making. Experian also helps individuals to check their credit report and credit score, and protect against identity theft.

Experian plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN) and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 index. Total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2013, was US$4.7 billion. Experian employs approximately 17,000 people in 40 countries and has its corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, with operational headquarters in Nottingham, UK; California, US; and Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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