54 Phishing Attack Statistics for 2024

Phishing attacks remain the most common form of cybercrime, impacting millions worldwide. In 2023, virtually all organizations surveyed experienced phishing attacks, with email being the primary vector. The motivation behind 95% of data breaches is financial, and human error plays a significant role in successful phishing attacks. Phishing-as-a-service (PhaaS) has been supplying pay-per-use phishing kits since mid-2022, making it easier for cybercriminals to launch sophisticated attacks. Some industries are more prone to phishing attacks than others, with global internet portals and web services being the most targeted sectors in 2023.