SpyCloud Data Shows Corporate Users 3x More Likely to Be Targeted by Phishing Than by Malware

Phishing Increases by 400%, Necessitating Real-Time Identity Exposure Monitoring

SpyCloud has reported a significant rise in phishing attacks targeting corporate users, with a 400% year-over-year increase in phished identities. Of the 28+ million recaptured records, nearly 40% contained business email addresses, compared to 11.5% in malware data.

This trend indicates that enterprises face a threefold higher risk from phishing attacks than from infostealer malware. Phishing has become a primary entry point for threat actors, with SpyCloud projecting this trend to persist into 2026.

According to SpyCloud's 2025 Identity Threat Report , phishing is the leading cause of ransomware infections, accounting for 35% of incidents. Cybercriminals increasingly use phishing-as-a-service kits and advanced tactics to automate and scale their attacks.

SpyCloud provides unique capabilities in recapturing and automatically remediating phished data before subsequent attacks such as ransomware or account takeover occur. Traditional security measures like email filtering and endpoint protection are insufficient alone; real-time visibility and post-compromise remediation are critical.

Despite the dominance of phishing, malware remains a threat, especially with the prevalence of remote work and bring-your-own-device policies. Data from SpyCloud shows nearly 50% of corporate users have experienced an infostealer malware infection, often transitioning from personal to corporate accounts.

The continuous overlap between personal and professional digital identities necessitates comprehensive monitoring and remediation strategies.

SpyCloud leverages recaptured darknet data to combat cybercrime. Its solutions use advanced analytics and AI to prevent ransomware, detect insider threats, and protect identities. SpyCloud’s services are utilized by numerous Fortune 10 companies and global organizations.

For further information, visit spycloud.com .

Based on reporting by Cyber Security News.