Microsoft Dominates Phishing Impersonations in Q3 2025

Microsoft Dominates Phishing Impersonations in Q3 2025

Cyber criminals are sticking with familiar names, and Microsoft remains their favorite disguise. According to Check Point Research’s Brand Phishing Report for Q3 2025, Microsoft accounted for 40% of all brand impersonation attempts this quarter, holding its place as the most targeted company worldwide. Familiar Tech Brands Continue to Lead The dominance of major tech players in phishing campaigns shows no sign of slowing. Google ranked second wi…

Check Point Research: Microsoft Accounts For 40% Of All Phishing Attacks In Q3 2025 With PayPal And DHL Returning To The Top 10 - Brand Spur

Technology and Social Media Platforms Continue to Dominate Brand Phishing Attacks, Underscoring the Urgent Need for AI-Driven, Prevention-First Security Johannesburg, South Africa, October 16 2025 – Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) and a pioneer and global leader of cyber security solutions, today released its Brand Phishing Report for Q3 2025. The latest findings r…

Brands are back in the phishing spotlight

There has been a significant surge in brand impersonation attacks targeting users’ most trusted digital services, with Microsoft once again the most exploited brand, appearing in 40% of all phishing attempts worldwide – a significant rise that highlights attackers’ growing focus on widely used productivity platforms. This is among the findings from the new Brand Phishing Report for Q3 2025 releases by Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intel…