Legal Trends
Cybersecurity as a Deal-Breaker: Due Diligence in Tech M&A
Oct 7, 2025
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8 MIN
In a recent survey, 40% of acquirers abandoned deals due to cybersecurity concerns. Digital hygiene is no longer a checklist—it is the core of valuation.
The Hidden Technical Debt
Undiscovered data breaches are the most dangerous form of technical debt. Acquirers are now demanding robust cyber-indemnity holdbacks.
Strategic Key Takeaways
Cybersecurity audits must happen before term sheet finalization.
Indemnity holdbacks are the new standard for tech acquisitions.
Data silos are a primary strategy for preventing liability contamination.
