Q1 2025 Network Security Threat Landscape Report

The threats did not disappear – they evolved.

The first quarter of 2025 reinforced a clear trend: cyber threats are becoming more persistent, coordinated, and difficult to detect. Backed by real-world data from our global DNS infrastructure, this report offers a detailed view into what moved the threat landscape in Q1.

What you will learn:

• How malware and phishing shifted in volume, strategy, and impact since 2024
• Which malware families dominated consumer and enterprise networks
• Why AI-driven attacks are no longer theoretical, and who is behind them
• Which botnets are gaining ground and resurfacing after a period of slumber
  
  

Who is this report for?

• Telco Product Managers exploring high-impact, monetizable security products with strong customer demand
• IT Managers working to future-proof their networks
• CISOs evaluating strategic defense priorities for 2025
• Security Analysts tracking threat patterns and attacker behavior
• Business Leaders focused on service reliability and reputational risk
  
  

“The most telling signs often come from silent patterns – attackers try to hide below the currently observed horizon or perimeter. However, their activities are obvious from a distance. Also, what is revealed in one customer is often key to many others. That is why looking closely matters.”
— Jiří Bordovský, Technical Specialist, Whalebone

Based on real data. Built for real decisions.

This report compares fresh Q1 2025 data with last year’s full report to identify shifts in attack methods, persistence strategies, and network-level indicators. Whether you oversee customer-facing services or secure the backend, this report delivers insights worth acting on.