Topic: akira group

  • 2025's Top Ransomware Threats & Trends

    2025's Top Ransomware Threats & Trends

    Despite fewer major law enforcement takedowns, ransomware threats intensified, with a dramatic surge in publicly claimed victims indicating a shift in criminal tactics. Over 300 distinct ransomware groups were active, publicly listing nearly 8,000 victims, a sharp increase from previous years, th...

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  • VPN Credentials Fuel 50% of Ransomware Attacks

    VPN Credentials Fuel 50% of Ransomware Attacks

    Ransomware activity surged in Q3 2025, with compromised VPN credentials being the primary entry point for nearly half of all breaches, driven mainly by three groups: Akira, Qilin, and INC Ransomware. The Akira group specifically targeted SonicWall appliances using credential stuffing attacks, exp...

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