ImmuniWeb launches Global Internet Security Statistics Center for Research and Analysis

Key Statistics

1,421,781 SSL/TLS events

7% of instances in Q3 2024 are from the US

9% GDPR compliance rate

Understanding SSL/TLS Events

SSL/TLS (Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security) events refer to the interactions between a client and a server over the internet. These events are crucial for ensuring the security and integrity of online transactions. In the context of GDPR compliance, SSL/TLS events are essential for protecting sensitive data.

Types of SSL/TLS Events

There are several types of SSL/TLS events, including:

Certificate issuance: The process of issuing a digital certificate to a server, which verifies the server’s identity and ensures its authenticity. Certificate revocation: The process of revoking a digital certificate, which is necessary when a server’s identity or authenticity is compromised. Encryption: The process of encrypting data transmitted between a client and a server to ensure confidentiality and integrity. * Decryption: The process of decrypting data transmitted between a client and a server to ensure confidentiality and integrity. ### Importance of SSL/TLS Events**

Importance of SSL/TLS Events

SSL/TLS events play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of online transactions. Here are some reasons why SSL/TLS events are important:

Data protection: SSL/TLS events ensure that sensitive data is protected from unauthorized access.

Misconfigurations plague the Anycast Network, slowing speeds and performance worldwide.

Misconfigurations in the Anycast Network

The Anycast Network, a key component of the global internet infrastructure, has been identified as a primary source of misconfigurations. These misconfigurations have significant implications for internet users, as they can lead to slower speeds, increased latency, and decreased overall performance. Key statistics: + 12.1% of Anycast Network misconfigurations occurred in Brazil + 7% occurred in the US + 3.8% occurred in Canada

Common causes of misconfigurations:

+ Incorrect IP address assignments + Inadequate routing configurations + Insufficient security measures

Decline in Good Configuration Across Key Metrics

Despite the efforts to improve the Anycast Network, the data suggests a decline in good configuration across key metrics.

The Rise of Privacy-Invasive Technologies

The digital landscape has witnessed a significant surge in the adoption of privacy-invasive technologies, leaving users vulnerable to data breaches and exploitation. These technologies have become increasingly prevalent, with the most frequently found privacy-invasive technologies being in the US (33.4%), Anycast Network (26.6%), Germany (4.2%), and the Netherlands (3.3%).

The Impact of Privacy-Invasive Technologies

Privacy-invasive technologies have far-reaching consequences for individuals and organizations alike. Some of the key effects include:

Data breaches: Privacy-invasive technologies can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, compromising user data and identities. Targeted advertising: These technologies enable targeted advertising, which can be invasive and manipulative, often without users’ knowledge or consent. Surveillance: Privacy-invasive technologies can facilitate surveillance, allowing governments and corporations to monitor users’ online activities. ### The State of Privacy Policies and Cookie Consent Banners*

The State of Privacy Policies and Cookie Consent Banners

In Q3, 68.4% of websites had a privacy policy, while only 18.41% had a cookie consent banner. This disparity highlights the need for improved transparency and user control over online data.

The Importance of Clear Privacy Policies

Clear and concise privacy policies are essential for users to understand how their data is being collected, stored, and used.

This represents a 453% increase in just two quarters.

The Rise of Dark Web and Phishing Incidents in the US

A Growing Concern

The United States has seen a significant surge in dark web and phishing incidents, with the number of total incidents skyrocketing to 901,816,735 in Q3, a 453% increase from Q2. This alarming trend has raised concerns among cybersecurity experts and law enforcement agencies.

The Dark Web’s Role in Phishing Incidents

The dark web plays a significant role in phishing incidents, as it provides a platform for cybercriminals to host and distribute malicious content, including phishing scams.

The percentage of cloud storage classified as insecure was 6.4%, which is a decrease from 5.2% in Q2.

The Cloud Storage Landscape in Q3 2024

A Shift in Public File Storage

The Q3 2024 cloud storage landscape revealed a significant decrease in the number of public files stored in cloud storage. This drop from 218,509 files to 45,782 files indicates a substantial reduction in the amount of publicly accessible data.