The Cybersecurity Monitor 2026, published by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) and the Crime Prevention Council, indicates a rise in cybercrime victims compared to the previous year. Notably, 27% of respondents reported experiencing digital crimes at some point in their lives. Despite the high incidence of cybercrime, over half of the surveyed individuals perceive their risk as low, with only 14% regularly engaging with cybersecurity information. The study highlights a significant gap in protective measures, as many individuals rely on basic security practices, while a substantial portion of victims do not report incidents to authorities.