According to Microsoft, nearly 80% of nation-state attackers targeted government agencies, think tanks, and other non-government organizations.
Microsoft also reports that 58% of cyberattacks from nation states originated in Russia.
The United States remains the most highly targeted country with 46% of global cyberattacks being directed towards Americans.
The costs of responding to a data breach or ransomware attack is driving the cost of cyber security insurance. The insurance companies are requiring companies to meet additional requirements for them to cover the policy.