Seqrite Unveils Telangana Cyber Threat Report 2025; Over 6.25 Million Malware Incidents Recorded
Seqrite, the enterprise arm of Quick Heal Technologies Ltd., a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, has released its Telangana Cyber Threat Report 2025, revealing a dramatic escalation in cyber threats across the state. The report, meticulously prepared by researchers at Seqrite Labs, India’s largest malware analysis center, highlights a concerning rise in malware, ransomware, and hacktivist activities targeting key sectors such as healthcare, education, and government institutions.
According to the report, Telangana has emerged as one of the most targeted states in India, accounting for nearly 23% of all malware detections nationwide in 2024, with over 6.25 million incidents recorded. The state experienced an average of 47 ransomware attacks daily, totaling 17,505 incidents last year. High-profile victims included the Telangana Government Portal (data.telangana.gov.in), Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University, and the Deputy Chief Minister’s website.
Seqrite’s Telangana Cyber Threat Report brings several alarming findings to light. Identity theft is the most reported cybercrime in the state, with nearly 30,000 incidents registered. This includes 11,125 cases of unauthorized transactions and 5,369 incidents of KYC updation fraud. Impersonation frauds accounted for 18,647 cases, including courier frauds, police impersonation, and digital arrest scams. Additionally, nearly 26,000 business and investment scams were reported, along with significant cases of advertisement fraud (17,669) and loan fraud (12,589).
“Telangana is becoming a key IT hub, driving India’s digital economy through robust infrastructure and innovation-driven policies.”
— Vishal Salvi, Chief Executive Officer, Quick Heal Technologies Limited
Ransomware attacks have surged alarmingly, with the IT/ITES, manufacturing, and education sectors being the most affected. Notable incidents include a ransomware attack on Narayana Group hospitals and educational services, which disrupted critical patient care and administrative operations, and a breach at Sivaraj Medical Colleges that compromised sensitive student records and financial transactions.
Hacktivist groups operating through platforms like Telegram have intensified their activities in Telangana, targeting government portals and educational institutions. Sensitive citizen data, login credentials, and governmental documents were leaked online, and website defacements tarnished the reputations of public institutions. For instance, the Deputy Chief Minister’s website was breached, exposing internal documents and raising serious concerns about data privacy and security.
Vishal Salvi, Chief Executive Officer of Quick Heal Technologies Limited, commented on the findings: “Telangana is becoming a key IT hub, driving India’s digital economy through robust infrastructure and innovation-driven policies. As the state develops, the rise in cyber threats is inevitable. Corroborating this, the Telangana Cyber Threat Report 2025 provides detailed insights that clearly highlight the need to strengthen the state’s cybersecurity posture. At Quick Heal Technologies Ltd., we help organizations and individuals combat growing digital fraud and cyberattacks with cutting-edge solutions like Quick Heal AntiFraud.AI, Seqrite Data Privacy, Seqrite Threat Intelligence, and more, empowering them to navigate the evolving threat landscape with confidence and security.”
Seqrite’s Telangana Cyber Threat Report 2025 underscores the urgency for businesses to integrate cybersecurity into their core operational strategies rather than treating it reactively. The findings clearly reflect the importance of adopting advanced cybersecurity frameworks like those offered by Quick Heal and Seqrite, which streamline IT security protocols and help organizations maintain compliance with India’s data protection regulations. These comprehensive cybersecurity solutions work with a proactive approach to safeguarding digital infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks.