Cybercrime Just Got Easier — And That Should Scare You

It’s never been easier to launch a cyberattack.

Forget hoodie-wearing hackers typing furiously in dark basements — today’s cybercriminals don’t even need to know how to code. They can just rent the tools online. There’s a booming market for plug-and-play phishing kits, and business is good.

The Rise of DIY Hacking

These days, anyone with a grudge and a credit card can run a phishing campaign. Services like EvilProxy and Tycoon 2FA offer everything from real-time dashboards to 24/7 customer support — just like your favorite SaaS platform.

And it’s working. In the first few months of 2025 alone, over a million phishing attacks have been traced back to these “Phishing-as-a-Service” platforms.

Let that sink in: the same user-friendly experience you get from Netflix or Canva is now being offered for cyberattacks.

The Damage Is Real — and Rising

Global cybercrime costs are on track to hit $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. The average breach now costs companies $4.88 million, and that number climbs every year.

And it’s not just big names getting hit. Mid-sized businesses and startups are increasingly in the crosshairs — especially those with underfunded security teams.

So, What Can You Do?

Here’s the thing: no security tool or vendor will save you if you’re not doing the basics right. The good news? There’s a lot you can do without breaking the bank.

1. Tighten Up Access

Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) everywhere — especially on email, VPNs, and admin panels.

2. Know Your Assets

You can’t protect what you can’t see. Build a real inventory of your systems, endpoints, and cloud services.

3. Train Your People

Phishing is still the #1 attack method. A 15-minute training once a month can save you millions.

4. Kill Zombie Tech

Unused services, unpatched systems, forgotten servers — these are ticking time bombs. Audit them regularly.

5. Plan for the Worst

Have an incident response plan, and test it. It’s not “if,” it’s “when.”

6. Don’t Skip the Basics

Patch your stuff. Use strong passwords. Lock down admin access. It’s boring — but it works.

Need Help Building a Smarter Defense?

At Cyber Defense Advisors, we help companies cut through the noise, identify their real risks, and build practical, right-sized security programs that stand up to scrutiny — whether from regulators, customers, or your own boardroom.

We work with defense contractors, regulated businesses, and tech companies who can’t afford to get caught flat-footed. From assessments to remediation to CMMC and FedRAMP guidance — we’ve got your back.

Contact Cyber Defense Advisors today.