Cybersecurity Statistics

Cybersecurity statistics / UK

Seeking external information or guidance on cyber security was reported by 44% of businesses and 31% of charities.

Publisher	Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
Report	Cyber security breaches survey 2025/2026
Published	30 April 2026
Topics	UK, External Guidance

Published by Department for Science, Innovation & Technology in Cyber security breaches survey 2025/2026 , 30 April 2026. The figure is taken from the report as published; the full methodology is in the source.

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