Digital Executive Protection Research Report 2025

This research report presents findings on the rising threats to executives' personal digital lives, detailing the increasing frequency and nature of cyberattacks targeting high-value individuals. Based on a survey conducted by the Ponemon Institute with 586 U.S. security professionals, the report outlines key insights, including the tactics employed by cybercriminals, such as deepfake impersonations and malware attacks on personal devices. The report highlights that 51% of respondents reported their executives' personal digital lives had been targeted in the past two years, with a significant rise in deepfake incidents. It also discusses the convergence of physical and digital threats, noting that 50% of security professionals believe their executives may face physical attacks in the future. The report emphasizes the challenges organizations face in protecting executives' digital assets, including the lack of training and awareness among executives regarding potential threats. Overall, the findings illustrate the vulnerabilities that exist and the urgent need for enhanced security measures.