The CyberThreat Report
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The CyberThreat Report
Authored by the Trellix Advanced Research Center, this report (1) highlights insights, intelligence, and guidance gleaned from multiple sources of critical data on cybersecurity threats and (2) develops expert, rational, and reasonable interpretations of this data to inform and enable best practices in cyber defense. This edition focuses on data and insights captured primarily between April 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025.
This report covers:
A look into the evolving APT landscape
Ransomware’s new dominance and emerging threats
Cybercriminals’ use of AI-powered malware
Complex attack chains and exploitation of vulnerabilities
Over the past six months, we observed an increase in detections and advanced threats with the introduction of new AI-powered malware, the exploitation of vulnerabilities in the software supply chain, and an increased focus on developed economies and critical infrastructure.
Read the Executive Summary for a high-level overview and key takeaways.
Preface
In the world of cyber threats, the past six months have been anything but …
Authored by the Trellix Advanced Research Center, this report (1) highlights insights, intelligence, and guidance gleaned from multiple sources of critical data on cybersecurity threats and (2) develops expert, rational, and reasonable interpretations of this data to inform and enable best practices in cyber defense. This edition focuses on data and insights captured primarily between April 1, 2025 and September 30, 2025.
This report covers:
A look into the evolving APT landscape
Ransomware’s new dominance and emerging threats
Cybercriminals’ use of AI-powered malware
Complex attack chains and exploitation of vulnerabilities
Over the past six months, we observed an increase in detections and advanced threats with the introduction of new AI-powered malware, the exploitation of vulnerabilities in the software supply chain, and an increased focus on developed economies and critical infrastructure.
Read the Executive Summary for a high-level overview and key takeaways.
Preface
In the world of cyber threats, the past six months have been anything but …