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Where Do Cyber Attacks Come From?
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Updated Apr 1, 2025
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License information was derived automaticallyDescriptionPay attention to the following cybersecurity statistics to learn how to protect yourself from attacks.
Share of cyberattacks in global industries worldwide 2024
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Updated May 26, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Share of cyberattacks in global industries worldwide 2024 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1315805/cyber-attacks-top-industries-worldwide/Dataset updatedMay 26, 2025Time period covered2024Area coveredWorldwideDescriptionIn 2024, manufacturing saw the highest share of cyberattacks among the leading industries worldwide. During the examined year, manufacturing companies encountered more than a quarter of the total cyberattacks. Organizations in the finance and insurance followed, with around 23 percent. Professional, business, and consumer services ranked third, with 18 percent of reported cyberattacks. Manufacturing industry and cyberattacks The industry of manufacturing has been in the center of cyberattacks in a long time. The share of cyberattacks targeting organizations in this sector in 2018 was at 10 percent, while in 2024, it amounted to 26 percent. The situation is even more compliacted when we look at the cyber vulnerabilities found in this sector. In 2024, critical vulnerabilities in manufacturing companies lasted 205 days on average. IT perspective and prevention With recent technology developments, cybersecurity is crucial to an organization’s success. Realizing this, companies have been gradually increasing cybersecurity investments. Thus, in 2024, the cybersecurity budget worldwide was forecast to increase to nearly 283 billion U.S. dollars. Roughly nine in ten board directors of companies worldwide in professional services and media and entertainment industries say they expect an increase in the cybersecurity budget.
Global cyberattack distribution 2023, by type
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Updated Aug 4, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Global cyberattack distribution 2023, by type [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1382266/cyber-attacks-worldwide-by-type/Dataset updatedAug 4, 2025Time period covered2023Area coveredWorldwideDescriptionIn 2023, ransomware was the most frequently detected cyberattack worldwide, with around 70 percent of all detected cyberattacks. Network breaches ranked second, with almost 19 percent of the detections. Although less frequently, data exfiltration was also among the detected cyberattacks.
Main consequences of cyber attacks worldwide 2024
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Updated Jun 23, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Main consequences of cyber attacks worldwide 2024 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1327148/main-consequences-cyber-attacks-cybersecurity-worldwide/Dataset updatedJun 23, 2025Time period coveredAug 12, 2024 - Sep 2, 2024Area coveredWorldwideDescriptionCyber attacks on businesses are becoming more frequent, targeted, and complex. The effects of a cyber attack go well beyond the direct financial consequences. In 2024, ** percent of respondents indicated greater difficulty in attracting new customers as the main consequence of cyber attacks.
Cyber security breaches survey 2023
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Updated Apr 19, 2023+ more versionsShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology (2023). Cyber security breaches survey 2023 [Dataset]. https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2023Dataset updatedApr 19, 2023AuthorsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyDescriptionThe government has surveyed UK businesses, charities and educational institutions to find out how they approach cyber security and gain insight into the cyber security issues they face. The research informs government policy on cyber security and how government works with industry to build a prosperous and resilient digital UK.
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19 April 2023
Period covered
Respondents were asked about their approach to cyber security and any breaches or attacks over the 12 months before the interview. Main survey interviews took place between October 2022 and January 2023. Qualitative follow up interviews took place in December 2022 and January 2023.
Geographic coverage
UK
Further Information
The survey is part of the government’s National Cyber Strategy 2002.
There is a wide range of free government cyber security guidance and information for businesses, including details of free online training and support.
The survey was carried out by Ipsos UK. The report has been produced by Ipsos on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
The UK Statistics Authority
This release is published in accordance with the Code of Practice for Statistics (2018), as produced by the UK Statistics Authority. The UKSA has the overall objective of promoting and safeguarding the production and publication of official statistics that serve the public good. It monitors and reports on all official statistics, and promotes good practice in this area.
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The document above contains a list of ministers and officials who have received privileged early access to this release. In line with best practice, the list has been kept to a minimum and those given access for briefing purposes had a maximum of 24 hours.
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The Lead Analyst for this release is Emma Johns. For any queries please contact cybersurveys@dsit.gov.uk.
For media enquiries only, please contact the press office on 020 7215 1000.
Increases in cyber attacks according to IT professionals in 2021, by type
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Updated Jun 23, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Increases in cyber attacks according to IT professionals in 2021, by type [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1258261/covid-19-increase-in-cyber-attacks/Dataset updatedJun 23, 2025Time period covered2021Area coveredWorldwideDescriptionAccording to a survey conducted among IT security professionals worldwide, an increase in cyber attacks since the COVID-19 pandemic has been mostly seen in the area of data exfiltration and leakage. This includes unauthorized removal or transfer of data from a device, either by a perpetrator or malware. Phishing emails were also increasingly encountered by **** of the respondents.
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AI Cyber Attacks Statistics 2025: How Attacks, Deepfakes & Ransomware Have...
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Updated Oct 7, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteSQ Magazine (2025). AI Cyber Attacks Statistics 2025: How Attacks, Deepfakes & Ransomware Have Escalated [Dataset]. https://sqmagazine.co.uk/ai-cyber-attacks-statistics/Dataset updatedOct 7, 2025Dataset authored and provided bySQ MagazineLicensehttps://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/https://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/
Time period coveredJan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025Area coveredGlobalDescriptionIn January 2025, a small fintech startup in Austin discovered it had fallen victim to a cyberattack. At first glance, the breach looked like a typical case of credential stuffing. But it wasn’t. The attacker had used an AI-driven system that mimicked the behavioral patterns of employees, learning login habits,...
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Cyber Security Statistics and Facts
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Updated Sep 18, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteMarket.biz (2025). Cyber Security Statistics and Facts [Dataset]. https://market.biz/cyber-security-statistics/Dataset updatedSep 18, 2025Dataset provided byMarket.bizLicensehttps://market.biz/privacy-policyhttps://market.biz/privacy-policy
Time period covered2022 - 2032Area coveredEurope, Africa, Australia, South America, ASIA, North AmericaDescriptionIntroduction
Cyber Security Statistics: Cybersecurity has become a top priority for organizations worldwide, driven by the escalating volume and complexity of cyber threats. As businesses increasingly adopt digital technologies, the risk of cyberattacks, such as data breaches, ransomware, and phishing, has risen, creating significant challenges for data privacy and security.
The increasing frequency of high-profile cyber incidents has exposed vulnerabilities in various sectors, prompting governments and organizations to enhance their cybersecurity measures. In response, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning are being integrated to enhance threat detection and response capabilities.
The following statistics offer a comprehensive overview of the cybersecurity landscape, shedding light on the trends, risks, and developments that are shaping this critical field.
Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2021
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Updated Mar 24, 2021+ more versionsShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (2021). Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2021 [Dataset]. https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2021Dataset updatedMar 24, 2021AuthorsDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & SportDescriptionThe government has surveyed UK businesses and charities to find out how they approach cyber security and gain insight into the cyber security issues faced by organisations. The research informs government policy on cyber security and how government works with industry to make the UK one of the most secure places to do business online.
You can read the press notice here.
Published
24 March 2021
Period covered
Respondents were asked about their approach to cyber security and any breaches or attacks over the 12 months before the interview. Main survey interviews took place between October and December 20209. Qualitative follow up interviews took place in January and February 2021.
Geographic coverage
UK
Further Information
The survey is part of the government’s National Cyber Security Strategy. Cyber security guidance and information for businesses, including details of free training and support, can be found on the National Cyber Security Centre website.
The survey was carried out by Ipsos MORI.
The UK Statistics Authority
This release is published in accordance with the https://code.statisticsauthority.gov.uk/" class="govuk-link">Code of Practice for Statistics (2018), as produced by the UK Statistics Authority. The UKSA has the overall objective of promoting and safeguarding the production and publication of official statistics that serve the public good. It monitors and reports on all official statistics, and promotes good practice in this area.
Pre-release access
The document above contains a list of ministers and officials who have received privileged early access to this release. In line with best practice, the list has been kept to a minimum and those given access for briefing purposes had a maximum of 24 hours.
Contact information
The responsible analyst for this release is Emma Johns. For any queries please contact 07990 602870 or cyber.survey@dcms.gov.uk.
For any queries relating to official statistics please contact evidence@dcms.gov.uk.
For media enquiries only (24 hours) please contact the press office on 020 7211 2210.
Types of cyber security incidents that impact enterprises by industry and...
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Updated Oct 21, 2024+ more versionsShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteGovernment of Canada, Statistics Canada (2024). Types of cyber security incidents that impact enterprises by industry and size of enterprise [Dataset]. http://doi.org/10.25318/2210007601-engUnique identifierhttps://doi.org/10.25318/2210007601-engDataset updatedOct 21, 2024Area coveredCanadaDescriptionPercentage of enterprises impacted by specific types of cyber security incidents by the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) and size of enterprise.
Incidents of cyber attacks in India 2015-2022
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Updated Jun 23, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Incidents of cyber attacks in India 2015-2022 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1201177/india-number-of-cyber-attacks/Dataset updatedJun 23, 2025Area coveredIndiaDescriptionMore than *** million cyberattacks were reported across India in 2022. This was a significant increase compared to 2019. The country was among the top **** with the most number of cybersecurity incidents that year. Furthermore, India ranked ***** in terms of internet user numbers.
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Small Business Cybersecurity Statistics 2025: Threats, Costs & Solutions
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Updated Jul 22, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteSQ Magazine (2025). Small Business Cybersecurity Statistics 2025: Threats, Costs & Solutions [Dataset]. https://sqmagazine.co.uk/small-business-cybersecurity-statistics/Dataset updatedJul 22, 2025Dataset authored and provided bySQ MagazineLicensehttps://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/https://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/
Time period coveredJan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025Area coveredGlobalDescriptionIn late 2024, a boutique digital marketing agency in Austin, Texas, experienced what seemed like a minor IT hiccup. Their systems froze for six hours. What they didn’t know was that a ransomware attack had quietly encrypted their data. Within 24 hours, the attacker demanded $25,000 in cryptocurrency. The firm,...
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Cybersecurity Attacks Statistics 2025: Trends, Costs, and Implications
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Updated Oct 2, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteSQ Magazine (2025). Cybersecurity Attacks Statistics 2025: Trends, Costs, and Implications [Dataset]. https://sqmagazine.co.uk/cybersecurity-attacks-statistics/Dataset updatedOct 2, 2025Dataset authored and provided bySQ MagazineLicensehttps://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/https://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/
Time period coveredJan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025Area coveredGlobalDescriptionIn the early hours of January 3, 2025, a mid-sized financial firm in Ohio discovered something chilling: over 1.2 terabytes of client data had been quietly siphoned off over the holidays. The attackers left no ransom demand, no calling card, just a system-wide silence and a massive void in customer...
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Cybersecurity in Healthcare Statistics and Facts
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Updated Jul 25, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteMarket.biz (2025). Cybersecurity in Healthcare Statistics and Facts [Dataset]. https://market.biz/cybersecurity-in-healthcare-statistics/Dataset updatedJul 25, 2025Dataset provided byMarket.bizLicensehttps://market.biz/privacy-policyhttps://market.biz/privacy-policy
Time period covered2022 - 2032Area coveredEurope, North America, ASIA, Africa, South America, AustraliaDescriptionIntroduction
Cybersecurity in Healthcare Statistics: As the healthcare sector increasingly integrates digital technologies, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has become more critical than ever. Adopting electronic health records (EHRs), telemedicine, and connected medical devices has significantly enhanced patient care and operational efficiency.
However, this digital shift has also exposed healthcare organizations to a rising tide of cyber threats, including data breaches, ransomware attacks, and hacks of medical devices. The sensitive nature of the data fuels these threats, such as personal health information (PHI) and payment records, making healthcare one of the most targeted cyberattack industries.
In response to these growing risks, healthcare providers must prioritize implementing stringent cybersecurity policies and embrace cutting-edge technologies like encryption, artificial intelligence, and multi-factor authentication. The sector is grappling with challenges such as outdated security systems, inadequate staff training, and the complexities of safeguarding networks of interconnected devices.
As cyberattacks become more frequent and sophisticated, understanding cybersecurity statistics within healthcare is essential for identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risks, and strengthening defenses to protect sensitive patient data and maintain trust within the industry.
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Cyber Threat Statistics 2025: Costs, Targets, and Best Practices
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Updated Oct 7, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteSQ Magazine (2025). Cyber Threat Statistics 2025: Costs, Targets, and Best Practices [Dataset]. https://sqmagazine.co.uk/cyber-threat-statistics/Dataset updatedOct 7, 2025Dataset authored and provided bySQ MagazineLicensehttps://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/https://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/
Time period coveredJan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025Area coveredGlobalDescriptionA quiet morning in Atlanta turned chaotic for a mid-sized healthcare provider. Every computer screen across the facility suddenly went dark, replaced by a single message: "Your data has been encrypted." Operations froze. Appointments were canceled. And the cost of recovery reached into the millions. Unfortunately, this isn’t a rare...
Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2018
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Updated Apr 25, 2018ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (2018). Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2018 [Dataset]. https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2018Dataset updatedApr 25, 2018AuthorsDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & SportDescriptionThe Government has surveyed UK businesses and charities to find out they approach cyber security and help them learn more about the cyber security issues faced by industry. The research informs Government policy on cyber security and how Government works with industry to make Britain one of the most secure places to do business online.
Released
25 April 2018
Period covered
Respondents were asked about their approach to cyber security and any breaches or attacks over the 12 months before the interview. Main survey interviews took place between October and December 2017. Qualitative follow up interviews took place in January and February 2018.
Geographic coverage
UK
Further Information
The survey is part of the Government’s National Cyber Security Programme.
Cyber security guidance and information for businesses, including details of free training and support, can be found on the National Cyber Security Centre website and GOV.UK at: http://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance" class="govuk-link">www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance and www.gov.uk.
The survey was carried out by Ipsos MORI and its partner, the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS) at the University of Portsmouth.
The UK Statistics Authority
This release is published in accordance with the Code of Practice for Official Statistics (2009), as produced by the UK Statistics Authority. The UKSA has the overall objective of promoting and safeguarding the production and publication of official statistics that serve the public good. It monitors and reports on all official statistics, and promotes good practice in this area.
Pre-release access
The document above contains a list of ministers and officials who have received privileged early access to this release. In line with best practice, the list has been kept to a minimum and those given access for briefing purposes had a maximum of 24 hours.
Contact
The responsible statistician for this release is Rishi Vaidya. For any queries please contact 020 7211 2320 or evidence@culture.gov.uk.
Cyberattacks experienced by U.S. companies 2023
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Updated Jun 23, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteStatista (2025). Cyberattacks experienced by U.S. companies 2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/293256/cyber-crime-attacks-experienced-by-us-companies/Dataset updatedJun 23, 2025Time period covered2023Area coveredUnited StatesDescriptionIn 2023, network intrusion was the most common type of cybercrime attack experienced by companies in the United States, accounting for ** percent of incidents. Business e-mail compromise (BEC) ranked second, with ** percent of data security incidents in U.S. companies. A further ** percent of companies reported having encountered inadvertent disclosure.
Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2017
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Updated Apr 19, 2017ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (2017). Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2017 [Dataset]. https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-2017Dataset updatedApr 19, 2017AuthorsDepartment for Digital, Culture, Media & SportDescriptionThe Government has surveyed UK businesses to find out they approach cyber security and help them learn more about the cyber security issues faced by industry. The research informs Government policy on cyber security and how Government works with industry to make Britain one of the most secure places to do business online.
Released
19 April 2017
Period covered
Respondents were asked about their approach to cyber security and any breaches or attacks over the 12 months before the interview. Main survey interviews took place between 24 October 2016 and 11 January 2017. Qualitative follow up interviews took place in January and February 2017.
Geographic coverage
UK
Further Information
The survey is part of the Government’s National Cyber Security Programme.
Cyber security guidance and information for businesses, including details of free training and support, can be found on the National Cyber Security Centre website and GOV.UK at: http://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance" class="govuk-link">www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance and www.gov.uk.
The survey was carried out by Ipsos MORI and its partner, the Institute of Criminal Justice Studies (ICJS) at the University of Portsmouth.
The UK Statistics Authority
This release is published in accordance with the Code of Practice for Official Statistics (2009), as produced by the UK Statistics Authority. The UKSA has the overall objective of promoting and safeguarding the production and publication of official statistics that serve the public good. It monitors and reports on all official statistics, and promotes good practice in this area.
Pre-release access
The document above contains a list of ministers and officials who have received privileged early access to this release. In line with best practice, the list has been kept to a minimum and those given access for briefing purposes had a maximum of 24 hours.
Contact
The responsible statistician for this release is Olivia Christophersen. For any queries please contact 020 7211 2377 or evidence@culture.gov.uk.
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Cybersecurity Statistics 2025: The Latest Threats, Costs & AI Defenses
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Updated Jul 22, 2025ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteSQ Magazine (2025). Cybersecurity Statistics 2025: The Latest Threats, Costs & AI Defenses [Dataset]. https://sqmagazine.co.uk/cybersecurity-statistics/Dataset updatedJul 22, 2025Dataset authored and provided bySQ MagazineLicensehttps://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/https://sqmagazine.co.uk/privacy-policy/
Time period coveredJan 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2025Area coveredGlobalDescriptionIn early 2025, a small tech startup in Austin, Texas, discovered its customer database had been silently siphoned off over a period of three months. The breach wasn’t sophisticated, it was a simple phishing email that bypassed outdated filters. But the consequences were staggering: legal fees, compliance penalties, and reputational...
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Cyber security breaches survey: ad hoc statistical releases
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Updated Jan 23, 2024ShareFacebookTwitterEmailClick to copy linkLink copiedCiteDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology (2024). Cyber security breaches survey: ad hoc statistical releases [Dataset]. https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/cyber-security-breaches-survey-ad-hoc-statistical-releasesDataset updatedJan 23, 2024Dataset provided byGOV.UKAuthorsDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyDescriptionThe annual reports of the Cyber Security Breaches Survey can be found on the Cyber Security Breaches Survey collection page.
Geographic coverage: UK.
If you would like any further information please contact statistics@dsit.gov.uk.
Date published Ad hoc detail Data tables January 2024 Cyber security practices among organisations who do/ do not adhere to Cyber Essentials
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Pay attention to the following cybersecurity statistics to learn how to protect yourself from attacks.