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87% of Retailers Report Cyber Incidents Amid Rising Threats

87% of Retailers Report Cyber Incidents Amid Rising Threats

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ThreatCluster •October 2, 2026 at 01:05 UTC
  • •87% of retailers faced cyber incidents in the last year, with phishing as the leading threat.
  • •Data theft and financial loss were reported by 28% and 25% of retailers, respectively.
  • •82% of retailers increased their IT security budgets in response to rising threats.

A Kaspersky survey reveals that 87% of retailers experienced cyber incidents in the past year, with phishing being the most common attack vector, affecting over 20% of respondents. The retail sector, which handles vast amounts of personal data, is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, leading to significant consequences such as data theft (28%) and financial losses (25%). Internal factors like insufficient IT expertise and risky behaviors, such as using personal devices for work, contribute to these vulnerabilities. In response, 82% of retailers have increased their IT security budgets, with many opting to outsource security functions. The findings highlight the urgent need for enhanced cyber awareness programs and advanced endpoint protection solutions as AI integration grows in retail.

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2026-09-30
Kaspersky survey results published
The survey revealed that 87% of retailers experienced cyber incidents, highlighting vulnerabilities in the retail sector.
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2026-10-01
Retailers report increased security budgets
In response to rising cyber threats, 82% of retailers have raised their IT security budgets and many are outsourcing security functions.
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Common questions

What types of attacks are most common?
Phishing is the most prevalent attack method, affecting over 20% of retailers, followed by cyber espionage and web application exploits.
How are retailers responding to cyber threats?
82% of retailers have increased their IT security budgets and many are outsourcing security functions to better manage risks.
What internal factors contribute to vulnerabilities?
Insufficient IT expertise and risky behaviors, such as using personal devices for work and weak password habits, are major contributors.