The government sector ranked as the second most targeted industry in February, with organizations experiencing 2,714 weekly attacks on average, reflecting a 2% year‑over‑year increase.
The government sector ranked as the second most targeted industry in February, with organizations experiencing 2,714 weekly attacks on average, reflecting a 2% year‑over‑year increase. — This cybersecurity statistic was published by Check Point in May 2026. It covers topics including Government, Cyber Attack. The original data appears in Global Cyber Attacks Remain Near Record Highs in February 2026 Despite Ransomware Decline . For the full methodology and detailed findings, refer to the original report.
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The government sector ranked as the second most targeted industry in February, with organizations experiencing 2,714 weekly attacks on average, reflecting a 2% year‑over‑year increase. This data was published by Check Point and covers Government, Cyber Attack.
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This statistic comes from Global Cyber Attacks Remain Near Record Highs in February 2026 Despite Ransomware Decline , published by Check Point on May 27, 2026. You can view the original report at https://blog.checkpoint.com/research/global-cyber-attacks-remain-near-record-highs-in-february-2026-despite-ransomware-decline/.
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