1. Increased risk of cyber attacks: Poor alignment between architecture clarity and cybersecurity can lead to vulnerabilities in the system that can be exploited by cyber attackers. This can result in data breaches, theft of valuable information, and financial losses.
2. Non-compliance with regulations: Many industries are subject to regulatory requirements for cybersecurity. Failure to align architecture clarity with cybersecurity could result in non-compliance with these regulations, exposing a company to legal and financial penalties.
3. Difficulty in identifying vulnerabilities: Without clear architecture guidelines, it can be difficult to identify potential vulnerabilities in the system that could be exploited by cyber attackers. This could make it harder to anticipate and respond to cyber threats.
4. Increased costs: Poor alignment between architecture clarity and cybersecurity can result in additional costs to fix vulnerabilities and recover from cyber attacks. This can include expenses related to legal disputes, fines, IT infrastructure upgrades, and reputational damage.
5. Loss of trust: A cyber attack can damage a company's reputation and erode customer trust. Poor alignment between architecture clarity and cybersecurity can make it harder for a company to demonstrate its commitment to protecting customer data and maintaining a secure environment.
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