KnowBe4 Releases the Latest Phishing Trends in Q3 2024 Phishing Report

KnowBe4's Q3 2024 Phishing Report finds HR- and IT-themed phishing account for 48.6% of top-clicked simulated phishing emails and estimates about one in three users are likely to interact with malicious links or fraudulent requests; email-embedded links remain the primary attack vector and QR-code-based phishing is rising. The release highlights risks such as ransomware and business email compromise and emphasizes the need for human risk management, security awareness training, and a strong security culture to reduce susceptibility.