Cyber Threat Intelligence · Since 2011
Information Security
Timelines & Statistics
The definitive open-source record of global cyber attacks, data breaches, and security trends — compiled and updated twice monthly by Paolo Passeri.
110 confirmed cyber incidents defined the second half of August 2026, with Cyber Crime accounting for more than three out of every four attacks (78.2%). Malware remained attackers' weapon of choice, present in 31.8% of incidents, while exploitation of public-facing applications alone opened the door in almost 1 in 3 breaches (30.0%). Information & Communication absorbed the heaviest share of targeted sectors.
55 confirmed exploitation incidents, 66 CVEs. Interactive timeline and charts covering Microsoft, Cisco, Fortinet, Ivanti and more.
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