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Microsoft’s latest Digital Defense Report reveals ClickFix attacks have become cybercriminals’ preferred initial access method, accounting for nearly half of all attacks. These social engineering schemes trick users into executing malicious commands themselves, rendering traditional phishing protections ineffective. Security analysts suggest behavioral changes and enhanced monitoring as primary defenses against this growing threat.

ClickFix Emerges as Dominant Cyberattack Vector

Microsoft has identified a dramatic surge in social engineering attacks known as ClickFix, with the technique now accounting for nearly half of all initial network access attempts by threat actors. According to reports from the tech giant’s 2025 Digital Defense Report, ClickFix campaigns have evolved into cybercriminals’ preferred method for bypassing security measures by manipulating user behavior rather than exploiting technical vulnerabilities.