UK Businesses & Charities: Phishing Frenzy and Cybersecurity Woes in 2025!
The Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 reveals 43% of UK businesses and 30% of charities experienced cyber attacks, mainly due to phishing. While the statistics show a slight decline from 2024, the report highlights concerns over reduced executive oversight and calls for legal reform to tackle persistent cybersecurity challenges.
Hot Take:
Phishing, AI, and a touch of legal drama—this year’s Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025 is like a cybersecurity soap opera, complete with negligent executives and the impending threat of AI-driven villainy. Meanwhile, the UK’s digital infrastructure is left hanging like a poorly secured Wi-Fi network. Lock the doors, hide your passwords, and stay tuned for more!
Key Points:
- 43% of UK businesses and 30% of charities faced cyber breaches in the past year.
- Phishing remains the top threat, with AI enhancing the scale and believability of attacks.
- Executive oversight in cybersecurity is on the decline, raising concerns.
- The average cost of a cyber breach is £1600 for businesses and £3240 for charities.
- Calls for legal reform to update the outdated Computer Misuse Act 1990 are growing louder.
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