EU survey: 75% of employees faced workplace cyber threats

Flash Eurobarometer 576 found that 75% of EU employees encountered suspicious messages or cyber threats at work in the past six months, with 39% reporting phishing and 15% AI-enabled scams. Only 48% believe they could spot an AI-generated fake video, though 83% say an attack would seriously harm their organisation.

• 75% of respondents faced cyber threats at work in the last six months
• 39% encountered phishing and 15% reported AI-enabled scams
• Only 48% are confident they can recognise an AI-generated fake video
• Survey covered 25,747 people across 27 EU states in April–May 2026