Kaspersky Reports 64M Local Cyber Threats in India and 9.19M in Korea for 2025
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- •Kaspersky detected over 64 million local cyber threats in India in 2025.
- •Approximately 9.19 million users in Korea faced offline security threats from removable media.
- •Spyware and password stealer attacks surged significantly, highlighting the need for improved security.
In 2025, Kaspersky detected over 64 million local cyber threats in India, affecting nearly one-third of computer users. The attacks primarily originated from removable media such as USB drives. In Korea, approximately 9.19 million users faced similar threats, with 30.9% of users exposed to local attacks. The report highlights a global increase of 7% in malicious attacks, with significant rises in password stealer and spyware incidents. Kaspersky's data indicates that nearly 500,000 malicious files were identified daily worldwide. In India, the rise in AI-themed malware and threats impersonating collaboration tools was noted. The Asia-Pacific region saw a notable increase in spyware and password stealer attacks, raising concerns about data security. Both reports emphasize the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures to combat these offline threats.
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