2022 cybersecurity report: Trend Micro thwarts over 23mln cyber threats in Qatar

2022 cybersecurity report: Trend Micro thwarts over 23mln cyber threats in Qatar

Doha, Qatar - Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global leader in cybersecurity, today announced the findings of its annual cybersecurity report, which revealed a significant 55% increase in global threat detections and a massive 242% surge in blocked malicious files in 2022. Titled "Rethinking Tactics", the report highlights concerning trends that have significant implications for the future of digital security. It emphasized that threat actors indiscriminately targeted both consumers and organizations across all sectors, making 2022 a challenging year for cybersecurity professionals. In Qatar, Trend Micro solutions detected and blocked over 4.1 million (4,129,354) email threats, prevented 4 million (4,058,367) malicious URL victim attacks, and 31,681 URL hosts. In addition, 7 million (7,939,332) malware attacks were identified and stopped. "As technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, businesses are presented with both opportunities and challenges. The complexity of the digital landscape has led to a rise in cyber threats, which can compromise operations and sensitive data. Our latest report highlights the urgent need for organizations to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity and invest in the latest threat intelligence solutions," said Assad Arabi, Managing Director, Gulf and Emerging Markets at Trend Micro. "By gaining a comprehensive