Cyber Threat Overview 2025: Blurring Lines Between State and Criminal Actors (cert.ssi.gouv.fr)

• Blurring lines between state and criminal cyber actors
• Increased exploitation of legitimate services
• Need for improved attribution and defense

"The distinction between state-sponsored and cybercriminal actors continued to blur in 2025, complicating attribution. Exploitation of legitimate applications and services for malicious purposes became more prevalent. The report underscores the need for adaptive defense strategies."