Event Details
October 14th - 16th,
2025
Moscone Center,
San Francisco
In a recent security incident that rocked the tech world, Disney—yes, the media giant—fell victim to a massive data breach. The breach wasn’t caused by some futuristic zero-day exploit. It started with something disturbingly simple:
A developer downloaded a malicious “AI art generator” from GitHub.
That tool quietly harvested credentials, granting hackers access to thousands of Disney's internal Slack channels—including unreleased projects, passwords, and sensitive conversations. Over 1.1 terabytes of data were exposed.
Let that sink in.
This wasn’t just about Slack. It was about culture, access, and complacency. And it should be a serious warning to every company—especially those using Salesforce.
Salesforce is one of the most secure platforms available. But security isn’t just about the software. It’s about how your people use it.
According to Verizon’s 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 74% of data breaches involve human error—things like:
So while your Salesforce org might be bulletproof on paper, it’s only as strong as your team’s behavior.
Every business leader should be asking one question:
"Is our Salesforce instance as secure as we think?"
Here’s what every executive and decision-maker must enforce immediately:
Give users access only to what they absolutely need. No more. No less. Over-privileged accounts are a common entry point for hackers.
Storing logins in spreadsheets or emails? That’s an open invitation to cybercriminals. Use tools like 1Password, LastPass, or Bitwarden to manage access securely.
Require passwords that include special characters and are at least 8-12 characters long. Consider rotating passwords regularly for admin roles.
MFA is non-negotiable. It adds a critical second layer of defense, even if a password is compromised.
Train your team to spot phishing, malware, and social engineering tactics. One careless click can bring down your entire system.
Especially unverified AI tools or browser extensions. Vet every tool before it touches your Salesforce environment.
Have a disaster recovery solution in place. Even if something slips through, data redundancy can save your business.
Cybersecurity isn’t just a job for IT—it’s a company-wide responsibility. Executive teams must lead by example, enforce best practices, and never assume “it won’t happen to us.”
If it can happen to Disney, it can happen to anyone.
At BKONECT, we go beyond Salesforce implementation. We help organizations build secure Salesforce ecosystems—from access policies to app governance to user training. Our team works hand-in-hand with your leadership to create a security-first culture rooted in strategy and accountability.
Don’t wait for a breach to take action. Secure your Salesforce now.
