GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Must-Know Internet Dangers Statistics [Latest Report]
In this post, we will explore a collection of alarming statistics that shed light on the various dangers present on the internet. From concerns about privacy to cyberbullying, online attacks, and data breaches, these statistics reveal the stark reality of navigating the digital landscape. Join us as we delve into the sobering facts surrounding internet safety and the risks that individuals, especially children and young adults, face in today’s interconnected world.
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"53% of internet users are concerned about protecting their privacy online"
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"12 million children in the US are exposed to cyber risks, 9 million are affected by cyberbullying, and"
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"6 million experienced cyber threats from 2015-2020."
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"Only 28% of parents have installed software to protect their online privacy on computers, 17% on mobile devices, and 15% on gaming consoles."
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"12% of people on the Internet have experienced some form of harassment."
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"About 79% of Americans are concerned about companies invading their privacy."
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"Every 39 seconds, an online attack occurs and 1 in 7 children is contacted online by someone with sexual intentions."
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"Only 28% of parents have installed software to protect their online privacy on computers, 17% on mobile devices, and 15% on gaming consoles."
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"Data breach costs have risen to an all-time high of $4.24 million in 2021."
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"In 2020-2021, there have been 23k cybersecurity incidents worldwide, with Finance being the most targeted global industry sector."
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"Over 88% of U.S. adults use the internet."
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"Almost 4.66 billion people are active internet users as of October 2020."
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"An estimated 59% of all young people aged 15-25 have experienced cyberbullying."
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"Over 98% of cybersex offenders meet their victims on the internet."
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"Phishing attacks account for over 80% of reported security incidents."
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"More than 978 million people in 20 countries were affected by cybercrime in 2017."
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"There is a hacker attack every 39 seconds on average, affecting one in three Americans each year."
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"Nearly 36% of users report being targeted by malware or phishing campaigns on social media."
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"56% of people have experienced at least one incident of online harassment."
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"1 in 5 Americans have experienced severe forms of harassment online, such as threats of violence."
Jannik Lindner
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