Summary
Fortinet has unveiled the FortiGuard Labs 2025 Global Threat Landscape report, which reveals a sharp rise in Cybercrime-as-a-Service (CaaS) on the dark web, leading to a booming market for stolen credentials and exploits. The report highlights unprecedented automation in cyberattacks, with hackers using AI to enhance their techniques and operations.
Data indicates that cybercriminals are accelerating their activities, leveraging automation and AI to exploit vulnerabilities faster than defenders can respond. Among the findings, the report noted a staggering 42% increase in compromised credentials available for sale.
Source: Fortinet FortiGuard Labs 2025 Report
Key Points
- Cybercrime-as-a-Service is rapidly expanding on the darknet, offering stolen credentials and exploits.
- Automated cyberattacks are up by 16.7%, with billions of scans occurring each month.
- Hackers are increasingly using AI for phishing, malware generation, and deepfake creation.
- Initial Access Broker activities are significantly rising, providing easier entry into networks.
- 13 new ransomware groups joined the Ransomware-as-a-Service model in 2024, but top groups still dominate.
- Hackers are utilising legitimate tools for stealth and persistence, making detection harder.
Why should I read this?
This report is a goldmine of intel if you’re in the cybersecurity game! With cybercriminals upping their game using AI and automation, it’s crucial to understand the latest tactics and trends. Reading this can equip you with the tools to anticipate threats and reinforce your defences. Don’t let your organisation fall prey to these unfolding strategies—get the lowdown here!