2026 Cybersecurity Trends Highlight Rising Threats for MSPs

The 2026 OpenText Cybersecurity Threat Report reveals a significant increase in cyber threats, particularly AI-enabled phishing, identity abuse, ransomware, and supply chain attacks. Organizations are struggling with rising malware infection rates, especially among small and medium-sized businesses. The report indicates that 95% of companies believe they can recover from ransomware, but only 15% succeed. MSPs are urged to adopt a comprehensive security approach, integrating prevention and recovery strategies. Identity theft remains a primary concern, with strong authentication and access controls recommended as essential defenses. The report emphasizes the need for layered defenses across various security domains to effectively combat these evolving threats.

Key Points: • 95% of companies believe they can recover from ransomware, but only 15% actually do. • AI is increasingly being used in phishing attacks, making them harder to detect. • MSPs must adopt a comprehensive security strategy that integrates prevention and recovery.