- In 2024, 39,547 CVEs were recorded, a 43.53% increase from 27,554 in 2023, the sharpest growth in a decade, driven by improved detection and expanding attack surfaces.
- Over 75 active threat groups (up from 50+ in 2023), including emerging players like Qilin targeting critical infrastructure.
- Critical infrastructure attacks by nation-states (Russia, China, Iran) doubled in 2024.
- Attackers used AI for automated exploits and hyper-realistic phishing, with 95% of firms reporting sharper tactics
Threats in 2024 went into overdrive. Vulnerabilities spiked, ransomware spread like wildfire, and cybercriminals took it to the next level. This report presents a comprehensive analysis of threat exposure, synthesizing data from multiple authoritative sources and industry research.
CVE Count Trends (2014-2024)
Highlights
- Breaches spotted in 194 days (vs. 204 in 2023), but attackers still lurk for 6+ months.
- 64 days to contain breaches (down from 73), yet costly delays remain.
- Teams using intel saved 28 days in detection vs. those without.
- Breach Costs are up 10%, Avg. 4.88M in 2024 vs.4.43M in 2023.
- Avg. ransom payment 1.9M vs.1.5M in 2023.
- The cost of breaches involving over 50 million records can reach up to $375 million, compared to a maximum of $325 million in 2023.
Inside the report
Total Vulnerability Count
Track vulnerability trends over time to spot patterns and measure risk reduction progress.
CVSS Severity Distribution Analysis
Understand the breakdown of vulnerabilities by severity to prioritize critical risks effectively.
Top CWEs and Their Implications
Discover key vulnerabilities and their impact on your organization's security.
Attack Vector Analysis
Identify how attackers exploit vulnerabilities and target high-risk entry points in your environment.
Industry-Specific Impact
Gain insights into the unique challenges and threats faced by organizations in your industry.
Geographic Attack Patterns
Explore regional attack trends and the global threat landscape.
Temporal Analysis
Uncover when vulnerabilities are most exploited and detect seasonal or periodic attack trends.
Financial Impact Analysis
Evaluate the financial and operational impact of vulnerabilities.
Threat Actor Analysis
Learn about the motivations and strategies of attackers targeting your organization or industry.
Most Bypassed Security Controls
Identify which security measures are being evaded most frequently and why.
Common Security Misconfigurations
Highlight configuration errors that leave systems exposed to attacks and how to fix them.
Short-term Mitigation Strategies
Discover actionable steps to immediately reduce risk and protect your critical assets.
