GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Statistics About The Most Dangerous Web Sites

Websites with adult content and illegal downloads are considered the most dangerous in terms of malware and cyber threats.

In this post, we explore a wide range of statistics related to the dangers lurking on the internet. From the prevalence of malware-infected websites to the alarming frequency of hacking attacks, these numbers shed light on the risks associated with online browsing. Stay informed and discover the unsettling truths behind the most dangerous websites out there.

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"Approximately 70% of the most dangerous websites end in .com."

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"Nearly 27.1% of attacks conducted via websites, came from webpages with .com domains."

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"Around 2.82% of all websites globally contain at least one form of malware."

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"68% of all malware attacks are conducted via websites."

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"30,000 new websites are identified every day carrying some form of malicious code."

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".sv domains have the highest percentage (22%) of maximum risk sites."

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"More than 3 million websites were reported as harmful in 2017."

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"Among the world’s top million websites by traffic, 3,296 utilize pop-under or pop-up ads which can be malicious."

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"Up to 25% of all websites pose a security risk."

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"About 70% of all phishing attacks are directed toward webmail and SaaS sites."

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"It is estimated that every day 30,000 sites are hacked."

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"In 2020, content management system WordPress accounted for 90% of all hacked content management sites."

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"During 2020, nearly fifty percent of detected phishing sites used SSL/TLS protection."

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"On average, 46,000 new phishing sites are created each day."

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"On average, a website is attacked 44 times each day."

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"In 2018, one of the largest data breaches through a website was via Marriott, with 500 million records breached."

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The statistics presented paint a stark picture of the pervasive threat posed by malicious websites and the ever-growing risks associated with online activities. With a significant proportion of dangerous websites utilizing .com domains, and a substantial number of websites containing malware, it is evident that a proactive approach to cybersecurity is imperative. The high prevalence of attacks conducted through websites underscores the importance of robust security measures for individuals and organizations alike. As the number of malicious websites continues to rise daily, vigilance and awareness are key in mitigating the risks and safeguarding against cyber threats.

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