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Escalation of nation state cyber operations targeting UK enterprises in 2025

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Fifty-four percent of UK organizations reported cyber operations attributed to nation state actors in 2025, according to Armis’ 2026 Cyberwarfare Report, representing an increase from 47% in the prior year. Geopolitical tensions are cited as the primary driver, with 80% of UK IT decision-makers stating that escalating international hostilities have heightened the risk of cyber warfare. Nearly all respondents (92%) expressed concern about the potential consequences of a full-scale cyber conflict, and 76% believe state actors possess the capability to disrupt global critical infrastructure.

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  1. 17.03.2026 14:00 1 articles · 3h ago

    Armis report documents surge in state-sponsored cyber operations against UK firms in 2025

    Armis’ 2026 Cyberwarfare Report reveals a rise in nation state cyber operations impacting 54% of UK companies during 2025, up from 47% in the prior year. The report correlates increased activity with heightened geopolitical tensions and warns that AI weaponization is accelerating the persistence and sophistication of state-sponsored cyber threats.

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