Cyber Incidents Have Exploded 650% — But Why?
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Introduction

 For years, we’ve all heard it: “Cyber threats are on the rise.” But how much is hype, and howmuch is reality?

According to the IRIS 2025 report by Cyentia, it’s not hype. Since 2008, the number of publicly reported cyber incidents has increased by over 650%, climbing from 450 to nearly 3,000 per quarter.

But here’s the nuance that matters: this rise isn’t just about more attacks. It’s also about how attackers evolve, how we detect threats, and how regulation drives transparency. From the stealthy era of APTs to the ransomware boom and the pandemic’s IT transformation, every major spike has a cause.

As risk managers and CISOs, this isn’t just trivia—it’s critical context. Understanding these shifts helps us future-proof our strategies, rather than plan for a past that no longer exists.

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