In the digital age, we are surrounded by technology that is an integral part of everyday life and business operations. By employing these technologies, with the multitude of opportunities they offer, we simultaneously create certain risks referred to as cyber risks. The rapid advancement of digital technologies opens up new attack surfaces and vulnerabilities in the digital environment. The interconnectivity of various devices through the Internet of Things (IoT), widespread use of cloud technologies, and increasing digitization of business processes create a complex and interconnected ecosystem that can be exposed to various cyber threats. The lack of adequate security protection and improper implementation of security measures are often key factors enabling cyber attacks. Cases such as password theft due to unencrypted data, neglect of security upgrades, or flaws in network system configuration can facilitate attackers' access and allow them unauthorized access to sensitive data. The human factor plays a significant role in cyber attacks. Attackers often use social engineering and phishing techniques to deceive users and employees into disclosing their confidential information or opening malicious files. Lack of awareness of cyber threats and insufficient staff training can further increase the risk of successful attacks. Organizations and individuals must continuously invest in security upgrades, staff education, and implementation of best practices to reduce the risk of cyber attacks and their harmful consequences. Through critical analysis of the application of digital technologies in examples of cyber attacks, it points to the need for a comprehensive approach to information security, continuous education, and collaboration among all relevant stakeholders to collectively address the challenges and protect the digital world from increasingly sophisticated threats.