Vade is a French software company founded in 2009 that specializes in security software, particularly in the domain of email security and threat detection. The company employs between 51 to 200 individuals and reported a revenue of approximately 9.83 million USD. Vade's expertise is highlighted in its recent Q3 2023 Phishing and Malware Report, which details significant trends in phishing and malware activities. The report indicates a substantial increase in phishing volumes, with a 173% rise compared to the previous quarter, reaching over 493 million phishing emails. August 2023 was noted as the most active month for phishing attacks, with hackers sending more than 207 million phishing emails. The report also emphasizes that email remains the primary vector for these threats, with notable increases in malware volumes, which nearly set a record for the highest total in any quarter since Vade began tracking these metrics in 2015. This analytical report underscores Vade's focus on identifying and analyzing cybersecurity threats, particularly in the context of phishing and malware.