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2025 Fortinet Global Threat Landscape Report by FortiGuard Labs
Adversaries are evolving faster than ever. The latest research from FortiGuard Labs reveals how cybercriminals are gaining the upper hand, leveraging AI, automation, and Scalable-as-a-Service models to breach organizations at unprecedented speed. In the 2025 report, we explore the factors behind the rapid year-over-year surge in automated reconnaissance, how infostealers fuel credential theft, and the growing role of AI in phishing, impersonation, and ransomware. More importantly, you'll also discover the steps you can take to manage your organization's exposure and reduce risk. The time to act is now. Download your complimentary copy of the 2025 Fortinet Global Threat Landscape Report to learn how to build resilience against today's most pressing cyber threats. Contact Data-Smart to discuss how we can help.
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What is driving the surge in cyber reconnaissance?
The surge in cyber reconnaissance is largely driven by cybercriminals deploying automated scanning at an unprecedented scale. In 2024, active scanning rose by 16.7% worldwide, with billions of scan attempts each month. This increase reflects a focused effort to map exposed services and identify vulnerabilities before patches can be applied, indicating a shift in adversary strategy towards more proactive and automated reconnaissance.
How are adversaries utilizing the darknet for cyberattacks?
Adversaries are increasingly using the darknet as a marketplace for acquiring resources necessary for cyberattacks. This includes trading stolen credentials, corporate access, and sophisticated exploit kits. In 2024, over 100 billion records were shared in underground forums, marking a 42% increase from the previous year. This ecosystem allows even less skilled attackers to access ready-made resources, thereby increasing the volume and sophistication of attacks.
What role does AI play in modern cybercrime?
AI is reshaping the cybercrime landscape by enabling adversaries to automate various aspects of their operations. Tools powered by AI, such as FraudGPT and BlackmailerV3, help in crafting convincing phishing emails and automating extortion tactics. This evolution lowers the barrier to entry for aspiring cybercriminals, allowing them to execute attacks with greater efficiency and effectiveness, regardless of their technical expertise.
2025 Fortinet Global Threat Landscape Report by FortiGuard Labs
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