The rapid pace of digital adoption has not been paralleled by an increase in cybersecurity awareness. This gap leaves many individuals—and increasingly, MSMEs—exposed to sophisticated cyber threats. Recent statistics underscore this vulnerability. A report from the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal revealed that over 60% of reported cyber fraud cases in 2021 involved victims from semi-urban and rural areas. According to industry estimates, nearly 40% of MSMEs have experienced at least one cyber attack in the last year, resulting in substantial financial losses and compromised customer data.
The rapid pace of digital adoption has not been paralleled by an increase in cybersecurity awareness. This gap leaves many individuals—and increasingly, MSMEs—exposed to sophisticated cyber threats. Recent statistics underscore this vulnerability. A report from the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal revealed that over 60% of reported cyber fraud cases in 2021 involved victims from semi-urban and rural areas. According to industry estimates, nearly 40% of MSMEs have experienced at least one cyber attack in the last year, resulting in substantial financial losses and compromised customer data.