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Cybersecurity Research Lab by NordVPN

NordVPN’s Cybersecurity Research Lab provides cybersecurity research you can rely on for reporting, analysis, or decision-making. Our studies cover dark-web leaks, attack trends, and device security tests, with transparent methods and results designed for practical use.

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What does the Cybersecurity Research Lab do?

The NordVPN Research Lab produces cybersecurity research that makes complex risks understandable and practical. We investigate the dark web, emerging attack trends, consumer behavior, device and app security, and policy issues. Each study is designed to educate and equip people with clear facts about cybersecurity and the choices that improve safety online.

The latest cybersecurity research from NordVPN

Explore NordVPN’s newest analysis and insights from our cybersecurity research, covering leaked-credential totals, attack trends, device and app test results, and more.

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Dark web data

Not-so-sweet treats: 93.7B stolen web cookies

NordStellar research uncovers 93.7 billion stolen cookies traded on the dark web. Many remain active, letting attacks hijack sessions and take over accounts.

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Product data

Everyday online threats in numbers

Aggregated Threat Protection Pro™ data quantifies how often users encounter malware, phishing, scam sites, trackers, and intrusive ads.

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Dark web data

Tip of the iceberg: 6M stolen cards analyzed

Researchers reviewed 6M dark-web card records to identify hotspots, average prices, and risk rankings. The report shows which countries are hit hardest.

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Dark web data

How hackers sell your online identity

Researchers investigated “bot markets” selling bundled browser profiles: logins, cookies, and fingerprints. The report shows bundle contents, pricing, and the takeover risks.

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Dark web data

How hackers can earn 17.3M from your data

Experts have analyzed a dark web marketplace to reveal what it can tell us about online cybersecurity risks.

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Survey

National Privacy Test 2025

A global survey of 30,000+ participants measures privacy awareness, cybersecurity knowledge, and daily digital habits.

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Dark web data

Dark web market case study

A deep dive into a major marketplace outlines what’s sold, how listings work, and what the typical buyer–seller mechanics are.

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Data-driven

Stolen travel documents on the dark web

Researchers analyzed black-market listings of passports and IDs. The study shows which countries’ documents are targeted the most.

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Threat landscape analysis

Black Friday scams

Based on an in-depth review of seasonal cybercrime trends, this analysis maps out the most common Black Friday scams, the tactics behind them, and the key warning signs shoppers.

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Survey

Free vs. paid VPN use

Survey results from multiple countries reveal that privacy is the leading reason people use VPNs, yet a significant share of users still rely on free services.

This month in data

Every month, our Research Lab spotlights a key finding in cybersecurity or digital privacy.

March 5, 2026

Americans lost over a billion dollars to romance scams in 2025

As the world celebrates Valentine’s Day, love is in the air — and criminals are once again getting ready to tug at your heartstrings with romance scams.

What research methodologies do we use?

People behind Cybersecurity Research

NordVPN’s Cybersecurity Research Lab comprises professionals in research and data analysis:

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Jurga Verikienė

Head of Research Department

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Lina Juodkienė

Senior Researcher

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Mantas Sabeckis

Senior Threat Intelligence Researcher

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Artur Lagutin

Cyber Threat Intelligence Researcher at Threat Protection Pro™

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Karolis Jodikaitis

Dark Web Intelligence Researcher at NordStellar

NordVPN’s cybersecurity experts

Our experts provide cybersecurity insights trusted by global media.

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Marijus Briedis

Chief Technology Officer

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Adrianus Warmenhoven

Cybersecurity Expert

Mentioned by the world's leading media

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Interested in learning more? Are you a researcher looking to collaborate? Contact us today.

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