2025 Cyberthreat Defense Report

Register now to download CyberEdge’s 12th annual Cyberthreat Defense Report – a comprehensive review of the perceptions of 1,200 IT security professionals representing 17 countries and 19 industries. Key insights from this year’s report include:

• 82% of organizations were hit by at least one cyberattack in 2024
• Ransomware incidents affected 63% of organizations last year, down from 73% in 2022
• Only 54% of ransomware victims who paid the ransom recovered their data
• 1 in every 8 IT dollars is allocated to cybersecurity
• Security budgets are projected to grow by just 4.3%, the smallest increase since 2021
• 84% of teams prefer tools powered by artificial intelligence
• 98% plan to strengthen identity security, with a focus on threat detection and response
• 90% of organizations partner with MSSPs, especially for MDR

The Cyberthreat Defense Report provides the most geographically comprehensive view of IT security perceptions in our industry. Use the findings to benchmark your company’s security posture, operating budget, product investments, and best practices against peers in your industry and region. Download your complimentary copy now!