The Rising Cyber Threat to Manufacturing: A Call to Action for Executives

Introduction
Manufacturing continues to be one of the most attractive targets for cyber attackers, with attacks only increasing. Once overlooked in favor of data-rich industries, today’s factories are caught in the crossfire of ransomware economics, geopolitical conflict, and global supply chain disruption. For executives, this means that cyber security is no longer just an IT issue. It’s a core business risk that directly impacts revenue, resilience, and reputation.

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2025 CPR Manufacturing Report | Check Point Software

The Cost of Downtime

In 2025, manufacturers faced an average of 1,585 weekly cyber attacks per organization, a 30% increase year over year. Latin America and APAC were the hardest hit regions, with Taiwan averaging 5,100 weekly attacks. Europe recorded the fastest growth, with six of the top 10 countries ...