Uncovering the Hidden Vulnerabilities of Project Management Tools and How FluentPro Backup Safeguards Against Them

Every day, businesses, teams, and project managers rely on platforms like Trello and Asana for collaboration and task management. However, this trust can be shattered when data breaches occur. A recent report by Statista revealed that the average cost of a data breach worldwide is approximately $4.88 million. In 2024, the private data of over 15 million Trello user profiles was shared on a popular hacker forum. Despite these alarming statistics, many organisations and project managers continue to assume that their platform’s built-in backups are sufficient, until they discover otherwise. The following discussion highlights the risks associated with relying solely on these platform tools and offers insights on how to better safeguard against data loss through cloud backup and recovery solutions.

Project management tools are increasingly becoming prime targets for data loss, with over 95% of businesses depending on platforms like Trello and Asana to organise tasks, collaborate with teams, and track project milestones. As project managers integrate these tools into their daily operations and store vast amounts of data in one location, they face two significant threats: human errors and cyber threats. Human errors, often stemming from multitasking in shared workspaces, can lead to accidental deletions and mistakes. According to a study by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), human error accounts for 52% of the root causes of security breaches. Common errors include misconfigured user permissions and premature project archiving, underscoring the need for heightened awareness and preventive measures in data management. 

Categories: Data Security Risks, Human Error, Cyber Threats 

Tags: Data Breach, Project Management, Cybersecurity, Human Error, Cloud Backup, Data Loss, Collaboration Tools, Risk Management, Sensitive Information, Security Features