Every third Indian was attacked by cyber attacks in 2024, AI also supported the hacker
Cyber Attack: Attacks through web browsers still remain the main way to spread malicious programs. The report has described file-less malware as the most dangerous type of cyber threat, as it is difficult to identify and fight them. Phishing, ransomware, and AI-based threats also remained prominent in 2024.
India was struck by internet-based cyber threats in 2024, affecting millions of Indians. Every third Indian internet user was attacked by an internet cyber attack in 2024, according to a new report by global cybersecurity company Kaspersky. The company detected 4,43,72,823 internet-borne cyber threats to users' computers in India during January-December 2024.
According to the report, attacks through web browsers still remain the main way to spread malicious programs. The report has described fileless malware as the most dangerous type of cyber threat, as it is difficult to identify and fight them. Phishing, ransomware, and AI-based threats also remained prominent in 2024.
This report has been prepared based on the analysis of Kaspersky Security Network (KSN). According to the report, the cyber threat situation in India has improved compared to 2024. In 2023, Kaspersky's products detected 6,25,74,546 internet-borne cyber threats, while in 2024 this number decreased by 5%. The number of cyber threats has decreased, but the threats are constantly increasing. According to KSN data, the reason for the improvement in the cyber threat situation in India is increasing awareness.
Tips for cyber security:
- Do not download and install applications from unauthorized sources.
- Do not click on links or suspicious online advertisements coming from unknown sources.
- Always use two-factor authentication.
- Create strong passwords and use a password manager.
- Install updates as they arrive.
