A recent report by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reveals that in 2025, nearly one-third of computer users in India fell victim to local cyber attacks, despite being offline. Kaspersky’s data shows that over 6.46 crore local incidents were blocked in India last year, with threats often delivered through offline mediums like USB drives and other removable media.
These attacks, which included worms and file viruses, underscore the persistent risks faced by Indian computer users. Notably, cybercriminals are resorting to tactics like distributing fake versions of popular collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and Google Drive to deceive users into downloading malware. This malicious software aims to steal sensitive information like login credentials, banking details, and personal data.
The rise in remote and hybrid work setups has provided cybercriminals with ample opportunities to exploit common tools and devices used daily by individuals. Kaspersky’s Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Adrian Hia, highlighted a significant surge in password stealers and spyware detections globally, alongside a notable increase in malicious files targeting the Asia Pacific region specifically.
Source: Tech-Economic Times