According to a 2024 study, fraud attempts were the most common cybersecurity incidents experienced by general consumers, particularly in Spain, where over half of respondents having suffered cyberattacks in the past year reported such attacks. By contrast, only around 30 percent of respondents from Italy had experienced fraud attempts in the past 12 months.
Types of cyber incidents experienced by consumers in selected European countries in 2024
General consumers across several countries.
US, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, and Australia.
General consumers across the UK,
US, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, and Australia.
General consumers aged 16 to 55+.
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Among respondents who experienced a cybersecurity incident.Â
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