The global threat landscape is changing, but that does not mean risk is receding. AI is beginning to accelerate key parts of the attack lifecycle, from phishing and vulnerability research to malware development and operational planning. At the same time, geopolitical tensions continue to shape hacktivist and state-linked activity, pushing threat actors toward higher-impact targets. Explore these 2026 cybercrime statistics, updated monthly.
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Cyber Threats
Explore 2026 cybercrime statistics
In the past 12 months, there have been...
Cybercrime incidents per sector
Across these sectors, ransomware dominates while data breaches and hacktivism continue to rise, offering a snapshot of how the underground cybercrime economy is evolving. Go deeper to explore expanded insights and additional industries.
- BT.com UK Telecom Company Database Breach with 1.5M Corporate Business Records
- Massive data breach at Global Schools Foundation exposes sensitive student and employee data
- Offering services for corporate network access with admin rights via Google Ads
- CRUCIFERRA crypt malware bypasses antivirus and EDR for $1200 per month
- Underground forum post discusses vulnerabilities in Macedonian online store
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State of the Underground 2025
Ransomware is up. Credential leaks are rising quickly. Malware is diversifying. This year’s report drills into how cybercriminals are evolving—and what defenders must do to keep up. We analyzed millions of endpoints, credentials, and forums to expose the realities of the cyber underground in 2024. This isn’t theory—it’s what’s actually happening right now.
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