In the invisible battlefield of cyberspace, Indian organizations are under siege. Every week, they face an average of 3,042 cyberattacks—a relentless barrage that has become the new normal in our digitally connected world.
India’s Cyber Landscape
While India saw an 11% decline in attacks compared to last year, the numbers remain alarmingly high. The education sector bears the heaviest burden, followed by government institutions and construction firms. These sectors, often juggling digital transformation with limited cybersecurity budgets, have become prime targets for criminals.
The AI Double-Edged Sword
A troubling new pattern has emerged with generative AI adoption. Check Point Research found that 1 in every 54 AI prompts from businesses risks exposing sensitive data—affecting 91% of organizations using these tools. Employees unknowingly share customer details, proprietary code, and confidential communications through AI platforms, creating an unprecedented vulnerability.
Global Ransomware Surge
Worldwide, ransomware attacks jumped 46% year-over-year, with 562 reported incidents in September alone. North America leads this unfortunate race, experiencing a 17% surge in attacks. Construction, business services, and manufacturing sectors face the greatest threat, with criminal groups like Qilin, Play, and Akira increasingly sophisticated in their operations.
The Path Forward
Despite a slight global decrease in attack volumes, cybersecurity experts warn that threats are becoming more sophisticated. Organizations worldwide averaged 1,900 weekly attacks—a 1% increase from last year, proving that digital threats remain at historic highs.
The message is clear: as businesses embrace digital transformation and AI innovation, cybercriminals evolve just as quickly. The only defense? Prevention-first strategies powered by real-time AI protection across all digital touchpoints.
