Das Wichtigste in Kürze
- Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024: 78 trillion security signals monitored daily
- 7,000 password attacks per second fended off, MFA phishing attacks up by 146%
- 775 million emails with malware identified, SMEs particularly in the focus of ATO attacks
- Recommendation: switch to passwordless, phishing-resistant authentication
The new Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024 provides important insights into the latest cyber risks that every company should be aware of. The figures speak for themselves: attacks on companies and government organizations are increasing dramatically and the attackers' methods are becoming ever more sophisticated.
Cyber threats in transition
In the following video, you will learn how the world of cyber threats is changing rapidly and what new dangers companies and organizations are facing.
Key findings from the report
78 trillion security signals daily: Microsoft monitors security threats worldwide and last year fended off an average of 7,000 password attacks per second.
- Attacks on multi-factor authentication (MFA): The number of MFA-based phishing attacks rose by 146%. Attackers trick users into unknowingly confirming MFA on the hacker's behalf.
- 775 million emails with malware: Between July 2023 and June 2024, millions of emails containing dangerous malware were identified.
- Small companies in focus: Account takeover (ATO) attacks in particular, in which criminals access user accounts, target small and medium-sized companies.
The threat from state-sponsored hacker groups is also increasing. Attackers from Russia, China, North Korea and Iran use cyberattacks to pursue political and economic goals. Ransomware attacks in particular, in which companies are extorted, are on the rise.
Microsoft Digital Report: keeping an eye on the future
You can access the full Microsoft Digital Report by clicking on the image.
What does this mean for companies?
The rising number of attacks underlines the need to take new security measures. One of the report's central recommendations is the switch to passwordless and phishing-resistant authentication methods. These significantly reduce the risk of identity theft and other security incidents.
Recommended security measures at a glance
- Introduce passwordless authentication
- Integrate phishing-resistant MFA
- Regular training for employees on cyber threats
- Implementation of a zero-trust security architecture
Through these steps, companies can secure their infrastructure significantly better against today's cyberattacks. Baggenstos offers you the appropriate security solutions for all of these measures and beyond.
Conclusion
The Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024 highlights the urgency of optimizing security strategies. Companies must act quickly to protect themselves against the growing threats.
Why Baggenstos?
Baggenstos is your experienced partner for strengthening your security infrastructure. As a certified Microsoft Partner, we support you in making your systems future-proof and comprehensively protecting your infrastructure.
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Sources
Microsoft: Hacker versuchen 7000 Mal pro Sekunde Passwörter zu stehlen - DER SPIEGEL
