The 2024 Microsoft Digital Defense Report presents a comprehensive analysis of the global cyber threat landscape, based on data from over 65 trillion security signals processed daily. It highlights the growing sophistication of nation-state and cybercriminal actors, the convergence of physical and digital threats, and the increasing exploitation of identity systems and critical infrastructure. The report emphasizes shifts in attacker tactics, including the use of AI to scale operations, and the rise of influence operations targeting democratic institutions. It also advocates for multi stakeholder cooperation, public-private partnerships, and security-by-design as essential components of resilience. Covering technical, institutional, and geopolitical dimensions, the report serves as a diagnostic tool and strategic guide for both policymakers and practitioners.
