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SiteLock annual security report 2023

Every year, cyber threats become more sophisticated putting small businesses, website owners, and hosting providers at risk. The SiteLock annual security report 2023 provides exclusive insights into the latest malware trends, attack vectors, and emerging cybersecurity risks—helping you take proactive steps to secure your digital presence.

What is the SiteLock annual security report?

The SiteLock annual security report 2023 is a comprehensive cybersecurity analysis that examines the latest website security threats, attack trends, and emerging risks based on real-world data from millions of websites.

Why this report matters

Insights from millions of scanned websites deliver deep security intelligence.

  • Over 14 million websites scanned daily to detect cyber threats.
  • 2 billion files analyzed monthly for malware, vulnerabilities, and security gaps.
  • 732 million threats blocked per month - a 43% increase from last year.

Cybercriminals are more sophisticated than ever, leveraging AI-driven attacks, bot automation, and CMS vulnerabilities to breach websites. This report breaks down the biggest cybersecurity risks and provides data-driven insights and recommendations to strengthen website security.

Key topics covered in the report

  • AI-Powered cybercrime:
    How cybercriminals use AI to automate attacks and evade detection.
  • Bots overrunning website traffic:
    How to identify and stop them.
  • CMS vulnerabilities:
    Why platforms like WordPress remain prime targets and how to secure them.
  • Evolving malware:
    The fastest-growing malware strains of 2023 and their impact on SMBs.
  • Proactive defense:
    Proactive security strategies to defend against evolving attacks.

Who should read this report?

Small business owners

looking to protect their websites

Web admins

responsible for maintaining security

Hosting providers

ensuring secure website environments for clients

IT & cybersecurity professionals

tracking the latest website security threat

Website security is more critical than ever

Did you know:

Over 50%

of SMBs faced a cyberattack in the last year.

Hackers are using AI-driven malware

DDoS attacks more than ever and malicious bots now outnumber human visitors

The average cost

of a website security breach has skyrocketed.

Website security is no longer optional-it's a necessity. The SiteLock Annual Security Report breaks down the biggest threats businesses face today and how you can stay ahead of cybercriminals.

How the SiteLock security report protects you

The SiteLock Annual Security Report 2023 provides the data, insights, and recommendations to stay ahead of cybercriminals and protect your website.

Proactive security is the key to website protection. Don’t wait for an attack-get ahead of the threats today.

Benchmark your security

  • Get insights into the most exploited vulnerabilities and learn how SMBs are closing the security gap-and where they’re still at risk.

Identify emerging threats

  • Discover the top security threats endangering your website and learn how attackers are evolving their methods
  • Discover top website security threats like AI-powered attacks and understand the impact of bot-driven cybercrime

Take action & strengthen your defenses

  • Reduce risk by following best practices and implement security measures to defend against threats in real-time.
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Why trust SiteLock’s security insights?

15+ years of cybersecurity expertise

Trusted by businesses worldwide

Millions of websites monitored

Providing real-time security insights

Trusted by SMBs & hosting providers

Industry-recognized security leader

Our data comes from millions of real-world website scans, analyzing the latest cyber threats to help businesses like yours stay secure.


Get the expert insights you need today.

SiteLock 2023 Report

Cyber threats are evolving—are you prepared? The SiteLock 2023 Security Report reveals the latest malware trends, attack methods, and risks. Get expert insights to protect your website now!

Download the report and learn how to effectively prepare and respond to cybercriminals’ ever-evolving threats.
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FAQs

What is the SiteLock annual security report?

It’s a data-driven cybersecurity report analyzing emerging website threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends.

How does SiteLock collect its data?

SiteLock analyzes millions of websites daily, scanning over 2 billion files monthly to track and mitigate cyber threats.

What types of threats does the report cover?

The report includes insights on malware, phishing, DDoS attacks, website vulnerabilities, and AI-driven cyber threats.

How can SiteLock help me secure my website?

We offer automated malware removal, real-time threat detection, and security solutions designed for SMBs and hosting providers.

Cyber threats aren’t slowing down. Get ahead of them today.

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