According to a new report by IBM Security Services, European countries were the most frequent targets of cyber attacks worldwide in 2023. Over 30% of all global network security breaches involved, among others, the United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, Portugal, Italy, and France.
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The Force Threat Intelligence Index report by IBM Security Services is based on data from over 150 billion security alerts daily in over 130 countries. According to IBM, the main methods used by cybercriminals in Europe are the use of compromised user accounts and phishing attacks, as well as widespread use of malicious software, including ransomware. The report highlights a change in criminals' tactics, who instead of directly attacking corporate networks, increasingly use existing accounts to gain unauthorized access.
In 2023, the industries most often affected by cyberattacks were the manufacturing, service, financial, and energy sectors, with the energy and financial sectors recording the highest percentage of incidents. The report shows that almost 70% of attacks in Europe took place in European Union countries, and about 74% of attack targets were critical infrastructure.
The report also points to an increase in the number of identity theft cases, which is facilitated by new opportunities to obtain authentication data on the dark web and the use of advanced technologies by cybercriminals, such as artificial intelligence. This phenomenon signals a deepening crisis in the field of cybersecurity.
IBM also draws attention to the difficulties in detecting incidents related to unauthorized access and the need for complex response actions.
In the face of growing threats, IBM X-Force recommends that companies adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity, including implementing data security strategies, conducting security tests, and developing incident response plans. A key element is also the secure use of artificial intelligence technology, data protection, AI models, and related infrastructure.
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