Check Point Research Warns Of Holiday-Themed Phishing Surge As Summer Travel Season Begins
Check Point, Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Over 39,000 new vacation-related domains registered in May 2025, with 1 in 21 flagged as malicious or suspicious-cyber criminals target travel enthusiasts and property owners through phishing scams mimicking popular platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com.
As summer travel season kicks into high gear, cybercriminals are following the crowds online. Check Point Research (CPR) has uncovered a sharp spike in cyber threats tied to the hospitality and travel sector, with a 55% increase in newly created domains related to holidays and vacations in May 2025 compared to the same period last year. Of over 39,000 domains registered, one in every 21 was flagged as either malicious or suspicious.