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Why Construction is Now the Most Targeted Industry for Cyber Attacks

Digital transformation has revolutionized the construction industry—unlocking efficiency, but also opening the floodgates to cyber risk. Construction companies now manage vast amounts of sensitive data across cloud platforms, job sites, and vendor networks. As a result, construction has become the #1 most targeted industry for ransomware and data breaches.

70% of general contractors experienced a cyber incident in the past two years, and ransomware attacks have surged 48%, halting projects, exposing client data, and draining company financesconstruction opportunitynavigating-construction….

At Pathopt, we understand that cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue—it’s a business-critical imperative.

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Challenges

The Cyber Threats Facing Modern Construction Firms

As construction companies digitize operations, manage remote job sites, and collaborate with a wide web of vendors, they’re facing a cyber threat landscape that’s escalating faster than their defenses. Here are the top challenges construction leaders must address:

Operational Disruption from Ransomware and Cloud Exploits

Modern construction firms depend on uninterrupted access to project data—from BIM models and schedules to job site communications. But ransomware attacks and cloud account breaches are now crippling job site operations, halting construction activity, and jeopardizing deadlines. With attackers exploiting poorly secured cloud platforms and misconfigured access, one breach can delay a $50M project and create massive financial liabilities. For construction firms, uptime isn’t optional—it’s mission-critical.

Sensitive Data Exposure Through Third-Party and IoT Vulnerabilities

Construction companies are data-rich targets—housing blueprints, bid documents, contracts, and client PII. As firms connect drones, sensors, and third-party platforms to streamline work, every new connection introduces a new point of risk. A single compromised subcontractor account or unsecured IoT device can serve as an entryway to your entire network. Without tight control and vendor due diligence, attackers can easily exfiltrate confidential data or move laterally across systems.

Human Error and Social Engineering Attacks

Phishing, invoice fraud, and business email compromise (BEC) are now rampant in construction. With fast-paced projects, rotating teams, and constant communication with suppliers, attackers exploit trust and urgency to trick employees into wiring money or granting access. Even worse, insider threats—both malicious and accidental—compound risk in environments lacking formal security training. For many firms, the greatest risk isn’t software—it’s people.

Solutions

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