The most commonly reported cybersecurity threats facing consumers

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Key stat: 38% of North American consumers affected by some kind of cyber threat have been the target of an online scam, according to an August 2023 Malwarebytes survey.

Beyond the chart:

• Over half (53%) of US adults limit or avoid clicking on ads online because of cybersecurity concerns, per CivicScience.
• Other behaviors US adults avoid include opening emails (47%), using mobile payment apps (42%), and shopping online (26%).

Use this chart:

• Assess the cybersecurity threats facing North American consumers.
• Understand consumer hesitation to clicking on ads or sharing personal information.

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Methodology: Data is from the October 2023 Malwarebytes report "Everyone's Afraid of the Internet." 1,004 consumers in North America ages 13-77 were surveyed online during July 25-August 3, 2023.