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Report|General|Online Protection
F-Alert Cyber Threats Bulletin March 2025
Discover the latest online threats and cyber security updates impacting global businesses and consumers, informed by F-Secure threat intelligence experts.
Lead the charge against consumer scam threats
Scams and other cyber threats are draining valuable business resources. With 85% of consumers facing scam attempts each month, the ripple effect on service providers is substantial. That’s where we come in as your trusted security partner.
Be the hero with powerful scam and cyber protection
Regain valuable company time, money, and productivity
Build trust as you protect your consumers from threats
Why F-Secure?
Empowering partners with consumer cyber security
F‑Secure is the world’s trusted leader in empowering partners to protect their consumers’ digital lives. By helping hundreds of partners shine as heroes to their consumers, we work behind the scenes as a reliable ally — alleviating pressure on service providers while safeguarding billions of people from prevalent cyber threats, including an ever-evolving spectrum of scams.200+
Established global partnerships
Publicly traded
Trust built through transparency
35+ years of expertise
F-Secure paved the way for effective consumer protection
Personalized experiences
Flexible integration options tailored to your unique needs
Leaders in scam protection
Cutting-edge research, insights, and thought leadership
Security that wins – trust that lasts
Leading product for Windows security
Best VPN
Top performer in fake shop detection
Strongest security for online banking
Certified protection on all platforms
Top cyber threats facing consumers
In 2023, scammers stole $1.026 trillion globally, with 1 in 4 people falling victim to scams in just one year. As our lives become increasingly digitized, online criminals are targeting consumers more aggressively than ever — and this concerning trend is only expected to continue rising.Source: Federal Trade Commission data 2024
Consumers are facing a global scam pandemic, with 36% receiving more scam attempts in 2023 than the previous year. Common scams targeting consumers range from shopping scams to investment fraud, showing the need for trusted service providers to offer easy-to-use, holistic scam protection solutions that protect customers when and where they need it.
AI-powered messaging protection blocks scam text messages
Trusted shopping protects consumers from online shopping scams
Banking protection secures over 1 million banking sessions each day
Consumers spend eight hours every day online, sharing sensitive information across a myriad of accounts. With so much data shared digitally, the risk of exposure in a breach becomes higher every day — and with this the risk of identity theft.
24/7 dark web monitoring with alerts when data is breached or leaked
Personal assistance following online security incidents or identity theft
Password manager creates and stores strong, unique passwords
Personal devices are the perfect gateway for consumer threats. Intrusive adware, malware, potentially unwanted applications and infostealers plague Windows, Mac and Android users daily. Securing consumer devices is vital for those looking to protect themselves from these malicious threats.
Malware protection keeps devices safe from viruses, trojans, and more
Fastest response times to new threats with behavior and AI-based protection
System advisor identifies vulnerabilities and minimizes potential intrusions
The online consumer threat landscape is vast. From malicious websites built to cause harm, such as by deploying malware or stealing personal information, to criminals hijacking consumer banking sessions, there are numerous ways for fraudsters to inflict financial and emotional damage online. Consumers need comprehensive protection that they can rely on to keep them safe, delivered by a trusted provider.
Browsing and phishing protections block harmful links and webpages
Banking protection blocks over 5,000 remote access tool attacks daily
Family Rules feature enables users to set online content limits for children
Flexible integration options
We believe that security excellence is only possible when user experience is excellent too. That’s why we offer multiple ways to tailor your security approach, so you can protect your customers from online scams and other cyber threats in line with your go-to-market strategy.
Why invest in providing security? Ask the 81%
Consumers worldwide are being increasingly targeted by online scams, with 7 in 10 stating they're unsure about who to trust online. Advancements in AI will only further intensify these threats, yet cyber security remains a complex and challenging issue for many.
Why invest in providing security? Because 81% of consumers are looking to you to protect them. They’re looking for a simple to use, holistic solution and someone to become that trusted companion for them online. With this demand already in place, you’re perfectly positioned to earn their trust by helping your customers combat scams and safeguard their online lives.
Sources: F-Secure Consumer Market Research 2023 & 2024, GASA Global State of Scams 2023
How you can benefit
Join forces with the leader in consumer cyber security partnerships and benefit from flexible business models, easy onboarding, and a genuine partner offering to add value to your business.Value we bring:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:
Reduce churn and increase loyalty
Gain customer trust and improve your retention rates. Partners who offer online security report higher Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and lower churn rates.
Boost retention rates with online security tailored to your customer needs
Deliver increased value for customers while enhancing your value proposition
Improve customer satisfaction and loyalty by serving your consumers’ desire for safety at a time when 7 in 10 are unsure who they can trust online
Differentiate from competitors
Stand out from the crowd by protecting your customers, at a time when more than three quarters of people worry about their security online.
We support you in becoming your customers’ trusted companion online
We increase your visibility and relevancy in your customer base
We help you and your customers stay ahead in the evolving scam landscape
Boost your ARPU
By offering consumers simple yet holistic online security and scam protection, you can increase your bottom line while serving your customers’ needs.
With 35+ years in consumer cyber security, we’ll open new revenue opportunities to you
Increase profit margins with flexible, co-created offerings tailored to your strategy
Integrate and deploy with ease — minimal effort with maximum rewards
Expand your customer base
Benefit from our experience of 500+ service launches and 200+ service provider partnerships to market cyber security to prospective customers.
Unique customer engagement services driving your success — from consumer insights and marketing and sales enablement, to lifecycle messaging and customer journey optimization
Roll out with our help and scale up when your needs change or business grows
Receive dedicated guidance: 96% of partners are satisfied with local support
Maximize customer value
Strengthen your offering with a comprehensive security solution that’s optimized at every step of the customer journey — from launch to loyalty.
We support you in maximizing customer lifetime value with our services
We actively share a wealth of segmentation, positioning, and marketing resources and messaging to help you drive sales
We provide real-time, actionable data in partner dashboards with business KPIs, product and feature usage, and cyber protection insights
Value we bring:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:
Differentiate from competitors
81% of consumers expect their carrier to provide online security. Meet customer demands and stand out from the crowd by safeguarding them online.
We’ll support you in becoming your customers’ trusted companion online
We’ll increase your visibility and relevancy in your customer base
We’ll help you and your customers stay ahead in the evolving scam landscape
Expand your customer base
Benefit from our experience of 500+ service launches and 200+ service provider partnerships to market cyber security to prospective customers.
Unique customer engagement services driving your success — from consumer insights and marketing and sales enablement, to lifecycle messaging and customer journey optimization
Roll out with our help and scale up when your needs change or business grows
Receive dedicated guidance: 96% of partners are satisfied with local support
Boost your ARPU
By offering consumers simple yet holistic online security and scam protection, you can increase your bottom line while serving your customers’ needs.
With 35+ years in consumer cyber security, we’ll open new revenue opportunities to you
Increase profit margins with flexible, co-created offerings tailored to your strategy
Integrate and deploy with ease — minimal effort with maximum rewards
Reduce churn and increase loyalty
Gain customer trust and improve your retention rates. Partners who offer online security report higher Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and lower churn rates.
Boost retention rates with online security tailored to your customer needs
Deliver increased value for customers while enhancing your value proposition
Improve customer satisfaction and loyalty by serving your consumers’ desire for safety at a time when 7 in 10 are unsure who they can trust online
Maximize customer value
Strengthen your offering with a comprehensive security solution that’s optimized at every step of the customer journey — from launch to loyalty.
We not only provide the technology you need to protect your consumers, but also support you in maximizing customer lifetime value with our services
We actively share a wealth of segmentation, positioning, and marketing resources and messaging with our partners to help you sell security
We provide real-time, actionable data in partner dashboards with business KPIs, product and feature usage, and cyber protection insights
Value we bring:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:How F-Secure can help:
Differentiate from competitors
84% of consumers expect their insurer to provide online security, while 78% expect their bank to. Meet customer demands and stand out from the crowd by safeguarding them online.
We’ll support banks in driving customer value, increasing loyalty, and reducing fraud
We’ll help insurers reduce claims and become more relevant in their customers’ daily lives
We’ll guide you and your customers in staying ahead of the evolving scam landscape
Expand your customer base
Benefit from our experience of 500+ service launches and 200+ service provider partnerships to market cyber security to prospective customers.
Unique customer engagement services driving your success — from consumer insights and marketing and sales enablement, to lifecycle messaging and customer journey optimization
Roll out with our help and scale up when your needs change or business grows
Receive dedicated guidance: 96% of partners are satisfied with local support
Boost your ARPU
By offering consumers simple yet holistic online security and scam protection, you can increase your bottom line while serving your customers’ needs.
With 35+ years in consumer cyber security, we’ll open new revenue opportunities to you
Increase profit margins with flexible, co-created offerings tailored to your strategy
Integrate and deploy with ease — minimal effort with maximum rewards
Reduce churn and increase loyalty
Gain customer trust and improve your retention rates. Partners who offer online security report higher Net Promoter Scores (NPS) and lower churn rates.
Respond to the biggest consumer concern related to the internet — the fear of losing money — to increase customer satisfaction and reduce cyber risks and fraud incidents, claims, and costs
Deliver increased value for customers while enhancing your value proposition
Improve customer satisfaction and loyalty by serving your consumers’ desire for safety at a time when 7 in 10 are unsure who they can trust online
Maximize customer value
Strengthen your offering with a comprehensive security solution that’s optimized at every step of the customer journey — from launch to loyalty.
We not only provide the technology you need to protect your consumers, but also support you in maximizing customer lifetime value with our services
We actively share a wealth of segmentation, positioning, and marketing resources and messaging with our partners to help you sell security
We provide real-time, actionable data in partner dashboards with business KPIs, product and feature usage, and cyber protection insights
Value propositions for your vertical
Enhance your value proposition with F‑Secure’s intuitive security solutions, tailored to strengthen customer offerings across a range of industries.
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