USE, MALICIOUS

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07.08.2025 - 18:05:37

USE OF MALICIOUS WEB LINKS IN EMAILS HAS RISEN BY 144% IN 2023 - NEW HORNETSECURITY REPORT

Hornetsecurity's Cyber Security Report 2024 reveals phishing remains top email threat, accounting for 43.3% of attacks, but malicious URLs jumped from 12.5% to 30.5% YoYAnalysis of more 45 billion emails reveals more than a third (36.4%) are unwanted

For a panel discussion about the findings of this report, please visit: https://www.hornetsecurity.com/en/webinar-decoding-the-cyber-security-report/

Notes to Editor:

1. The study was conducted by Hornetsecurity's Security Lab, which reviewed more than 45 billion emails that were processed through Hornetsecurity's security services, during the reporting period (1 November 2022 – 1 November 2023).

2. For further information and resources, please see Chapter 5 in the full report: https://www.hornetsecurity.com/en/cyber-security-report/ 

About Hornetsecurity

Hornetsecurity is a leading global provider of next-generation cloud-based security, compliance, backup, and security awareness solutions that help companies and organisations of all sizes around the world. Its flagship product, 365 Total Protection, is the most comprehensive cloud security solution for Microsoft 365 on the market. Driven by innovation and cybersecurity excellence, Hornetsecurity is building a safer digital future and sustainable security cultures with its award-winning portfolio. Hornetsecurity operates in more than 30 countries through its international distribution network of 8,000+ channel partners and MSPs. Its premium services are used by more than 50,000 customers.

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