Proofpoint has published several infographics, which present interesting facts about the top cyber threats and their economic impact.
Data shows that two-thirds of large organizations have been targeted by cybercriminals. Furthermore, one in three organizations admits to having been the victim of a breach. Interestingly, spear phishing.
When it comes to cyber espionage campaigns, spear phishing is also the main attack method, accounting for 95% of cases. The sectors most affected by these attacks are the pharmaceutical and entertainment industries, as well as financial institutions.
The United States is the most targeted country at 46%, followed by the United Kingdom at 19%. In most attacks, attackers send malicious emails to staff members. Studies show that staff are twice as likely to click on malicious links or open malicious attachments than senior executives.
