In 2024, worldwide cyber attacks against companies increased significantly, with a 44% rise in weekly attacks compared to 2023. The education sector was the most affected, experiencing a 75% increase in attacks. The rise of multipurpose malware and infostealer attacks has made data theft faster and easier, with recovery from incidents taking an average of 75 days. James Hodge from Splunk emphasizes the need for businesses to prioritize cybersecurity resilience to mitigate financial and psychological impacts. The estimated cost of cyber threats in Europe could reach €10 trillion by 2025. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)