Security News > 2024 > May > Phishing statistics that will make you think twice before clicking

This article includes excerpts from various reports that offer statistics and insights into the current phishing landscape.

AI-driven phishing attacks deceive even the most aware users.

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, vishing, smishing, and phishing attacks have increased by a staggering 1,265%.

While the incidence of successful phishing attacks has slightly declined, the negative consequences have soared: a 144% increase in reports of financial penalties, such as regulatory fines, and a 50% increase in reports of reputational damage.

Secure email gateways struggle to keep pace with sophisticated phishing campaigns.

Email remains the primary attack vector for cybercrime, with 90% of data breaches originating from phishing attacks aimed at employees.

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