Surge in Cyberattacks Targeting IoT and Mobile Devices in Critical Industries

Zscaler ThreatLabz reported a significant increase in cyberattacks on IoT and mobile devices, with Android malware rising by 67%. Critical sectors such as energy and manufacturing experienced alarming spikes in malware activity, with energy attacks increasing by 387% and manufacturing by 111%. These trends highlight the growing risks associated with the integration of mobile and IoT technologies in operational environments.