According to Interpol, every 39 seconds, a cyberattack happens somewhere in the world. Most of the time, the victim isn’t a giant corporation; it’s a small business, school, or local government.

In August 2025, enterprises in a variety of industries were negatively affected by Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs).Large enterprises and Fortune 500 companies that use Citrix NetScaler for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and load balancing fell victim tocriminal exploits.  

In today’s threat landscape, vulnerabilities aren’t just footnotes in the security playbook; they can be used by cybercriminals to stage major exploits. Hackers take advantage of vulnerabilities to deploy ransomware, steal data, or gain systemic control of systems within hours of discovery. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, almost 160 Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) were exploited, nearly 30% within 24 hours of becoming public.

When companies develop strategies for fighting cybersecurity threats, they often focus on defending against external risks. These risks may include attacks staged by hackers and organized groups of cybercriminals who deliberately infiltrate business systems to profit from stealing sensitive data.

Cyber threats in 2024 weren’t just frequent -- they were smarter, sneakier, and more devastating than ever. If you’re serious about protecting your company’s infrastructure, you need to pay attention to what went down this year. By diving into the biggest cyberattacks of 2024, you'll uncover the latest threats and pinpoint the vulnerabilities that could put your business at risk. Ready to level up your cybersecurity game for 2025? Let’s break it down. 

Imagine a world where cybercriminals can crack encryption in just seconds that once took centuries to break or where the most secure data vaults are left wide open to attacks. This is the potential threat posed by quantum computing.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the perfect time to brush up on your digital defense skills! Think of it like locking your digital front door except instead of keys, you’ve got strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and a few smart habits to keep you safe.

The RSA Conference is an opportunity for network security professionals to meet with industry experts face-to-face and take part in continuing education through participating in seminars and attending presentations by thought leaders.