Cyber Threats Surge by 81% Since Covid Pandemic

Additionally, during the pandemic, research has shown a substantial rise in cyberattacks, particularly ransomware and phishing attacks. According to McAfee Enterprise COVID-19 dashboard, the global retail industry accounts for 5.2% of the total detected cyber threats.

Such threats include compromised payment credentials and cloud storage, as well as other forms of retail fraud and theft.

With the holiday season approaching, businesses and individuals are urged to prioritize cybersecurity measures to mitigate the risk of attacks, especially given that cybercriminals often exploit this busy time for financial and data breaches.

RB Insights 81% of organizations experienced increased cyber threats during the pandemic. 79% faced downtime due to cyber incidents. Key industries like supply chain, e-commerce, and travel are particularly vulnerable…