Unprotected telecommuting, accelerated digitalization, and a lack of cybersecurity culture significantly increase risks for companies. Ransomware incidents have surged by 120%, resulting in million-dollar losses for large corporations.
Cybersecurity in Spain is facing its most critical moment. Cyberattacks have risen by 35% so far this year, averaging over 45,000 daily incidents, according to the latest collected data. This scenario particularly affects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and is fueled by the consolidation of telecommuting and the lack of protective measures in corporate digital environments.
The expansion of remote work and the habitual use of personal devices without security guarantees have multiplied breaches in corporate networks. Additionally, accelerated digitalization has often been carried out without a proper cybersecurity strategy, leaving organizations of all sizes vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated attacks.
One of the most commonly used vectors by cybercriminals is malicious email, especially targeting SMEs, which continue to be the preferred target due to their lower defensive capabilities. Ransomware, a technique by which attackers encrypt and hijack company data in exchange for a ransom, has surged in 2025 with an increase of 120%, resulting in significant economic and operational losses.
Economic Impact: From Thousands to Millions
The economic consequences of these attacks are substantial. A small or medium-sized enterprise can face losses ranging from 2,500 to 60,000 euros for a single cyber incident, while large companies bear damages that exceed an average of 5.5 million euros, including the cost of the ransom, business downtime, data loss, and reputational damage.
Experts agree that no company is safe without a solid cybersecurity strategy. “The lack of prevention can compromise business continuity. Cybersecurity is no longer optional; it is an urgent and transversal necessity,” warn experts from Datos101.
Backups: The Best Defense Against Digital Chaos
Coinciding with the celebration of the World Backup Day on March 31, there has been a focus on the importance of having automated, external, and encrypted backup copies. However, only 32% of micro-enterprises in Spain perform backups properly, revealing a critical gap in data protection.
By company size, the situation is as follows:
| Type of Company | Percentage with Adequate Backup |
|---|---|
| Large (>250 employees) | 97.6% |
| Medium (50-249) | 94.4% |
| Small (10-49) | 87.7% |
| Micro (<10) | 32.0% |
Experts stress that storing data on a USB or a service like Google Drive does not constitute a professional backup system. Only a secure, automated, and monitored solution can effectively protect against threats such as ransomware or critical system failures.
In a context where digital threats evolve rapidly, adopting preventive measures and strengthening digital resilience has become a strategic priority for companies. Investing in security is not just about protecting oneself from the present but also ensuring future viability.
Source: Security News and Nota de Datos101.