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Published by Ani Petrosyan, May 23, 2024
During the first quarter of 2024, 37.6 percent of phishing attacks worldwide targeted Social media.
Web-based software services and webmail followed, with around 21 percent of registered phishing attacks. Furthermore, Financial institutions accounted for 9.8 percent of attacks.
Online industries worldwide most targeted by phishing attacks as of 1st quarter 2024
| Characteristic | Percentage of attacks |
|---|---|
| Social media | 37.6% |
| SaaS/Webmail | 21% |
| Financial institution | 9.8% |
| Payment | 7.2% |
| E-commerce/Retail | 5.4% |
| Logistics/Shipping | 5% |
| Telecom | 2% |
| Cryptocurrency | 2% |
| Other | 10% |
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