What type of cyber threats is your business vulnerable to?

 Ransomware attacks, where cybercriminals encrypt data and demand a ransom for its release, have been a significant threat. According to a report by Bitdefender, ransomware attacks increased by 715% in 2020 compared to the previous year. 

 Data breaches continue to be a major concern, with significant consequences for organizations and individuals. The Identity Theft Resource Center reported 1,108 data breaches in the U.S. alone in 2020, exposing over 300 million records. 

 Phishing attacks, where malicious actors trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, remain a prevalent threat. According to the 2021 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, 36% of data breaches involved phishing. 

 Pretexting involves creating a false pretext or scenario to gain someone's trust and extract sensitive information. For example, an attacker might impersonate a co-worker, IT support personnel, or a vendor and use this false identity to deceive the target into revealing confidential information or granting unauthorized access. 

Baiting attacks lure individuals into taking a specific action by offering something enticing or appealing. This could include leaving infected USB drives in public places, disguising malware as free software downloads, or enticing users with fake rewards or prizes. Once the bait is taken, the attacker gains access to the system or data. 

Pharming involves manipulating the Domain Name System (DNS) to redirect users to fraudulent websites that mimic legitimate ones. This is done to collect sensitive information such as login credentials or credit card details. Users are unaware that they are interacting with a malicious site, as the URL appears legitimate. 

 Impersonation attacks involve posing as a trusted individual or authority figure, such as a CEO, government official, or technical support representative, to manipulate victims into taking specific actions. This could include transferring funds, sharing sensitive information, or providing access to systems or networks. 

 Malware, including viruses, worms, and trojans, pose significant risks to systems and networks. In 2020, the AV-TEST Institute registered over 350,000 new malicious programs daily, with over 129 million new malware samples discovered. 

With the growing adoption of IoT devices, security vulnerabilities have increased. In a study conducted by Positive Technologies, 98% of tested IoT devices were found to have at least one security vulnerability. 

 Insider threats, where employees or insiders compromise security intentionally or unintentionally, continue to be a concern. The Ponemon Institute's 2020 Cost of Insider Threats report found that insider threats cost organizations an average of $11.45 million annually. 

  The demand for cybersecurity professionals has outpaced the availability of skilled talent. According to the (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study, there was a global shortage of almost 3.12 million cybersecurity professionals in 2020.