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Israel Second Most Targeted Nation Globally for Cyberattacks, Microsoft Report Finds
A Microsoft report reveals Israel is the second most targeted country globally for state-sponsored cyberattacks, with Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea identified as key actors. The report also highlights a 21% rise in ransomware attacks against Israel and the growing impact of AI on cyber threats.
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What happened
- 01Israel ranks second globally for state-sponsored cyberattacks, behind the US.
- 02Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea are identified as primary state actors.
- 03Israel is the top target in the Middle East and Africa.
- 04Ransomware attacks against Israel increased by 21% since 2025.
- 05AI is accelerating cyberattack capabilities and automation.
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