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The typical organization ultimately resolves 86% of its high-risk findings, but only 52% of high-risk findings are remediated within a five-year time frame.

May 27, 2026

The typical organization ultimately resolves 86% of its high-risk findings, but only 52% of high-risk findings are remediated within a five-year time frame. — This cybersecurity statistic was published by Cobalt in May 2026. It covers topics including Vulnerability Remediation, Long-Term Remediation. The original data appears in State of Pentesting Report 2026. For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.

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Published on 4/21/2026

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The typical organization ultimately resolves 86% of its high-risk findings, but only 52% of high-risk findings are remediated within a five-year time frame. This data was published by Cobalt and covers Vulnerability Remediation, Long-Term Remediation.

Where does this data come from?

This statistic comes from State of Pentesting Report 2026, published by Cobalt on May 27, 2026. You can view the original report at https://resource.cobalt.io/state-of-pentesting-2026?.

What cybersecurity topics does this cover?

This statistic relates to Vulnerability Remediation, Long-Term Remediation. Browse more statistics on Vulnerability Remediation or from Cobalt.

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