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75% of SMEs Acknowledge Cyberwarfare Threats Amid Rising Cyber Incidents

75% of SMEs Acknowledge Cyberwarfare Threats Amid Rising Cyber Incidents

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ThreatCluster •October 29, 2026 at 04:08 UTC
  • •75% of SMEs view cyber warfare as a real threat.
  • •45% of SMEs experienced a cybersecurity incident in the last year.
  • •Phishing is the leading cause of incidents, affecting 26% of SMEs.

A recent survey indicates that 75% of SMEs consider cyber warfare a significant threat, with 45% reporting at least one cyber incident in the past year. Phishing attacks are the most common, affecting 26% of respondents, followed by unpatched software vulnerabilities at 23%. Despite 68% of SMEs expressing confidence in their cybersecurity measures, many underestimate common risks while focusing on emerging threats like AI-driven attacks. The ESET SMB Cyber Readiness Index 2026 highlights that data loss, operational disruption, and financial consequences are primary concerns for SMEs. The integration of AI in cybersecurity is seen as both a risk and an opportunity, with 73% of SMEs adopting AI technologies. The report emphasizes the need for a realistic assessment of cybersecurity postures and resilience.

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2026-10-28
ESET SMB Cyber Readiness Index 2026 published
The report reveals that 75% of SMEs consider cyber warfare a significant threat, with 45% reporting incidents in the last year.
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What percentage of SMEs have faced cyber incidents?
45% of SMEs reported experiencing at least one cybersecurity incident in the past year.
What are the main causes of cyber incidents?
Phishing attacks are the most common, affecting 26% of SMEs, followed by unpatched software vulnerabilities at 23%.
How are SMEs integrating AI in cybersecurity?
73% of SMEs are adopting AI technologies, viewing them as both a risk and an opportunity for enhancing cybersecurity.