Topic: ransomware activity
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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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Ransomware Gangs Extorted $2.1B in Two Years: FinCEN
Ransomware extortion surged, with criminals collecting over $2.1 billion from 2022-2024, nearly matching the total from the previous eight years. While 2023 was a peak year, ransom payments dropped sharply in 2024, largely due to successful law enforcement actions against major gangs like ALPHV/B...
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Qilin Ransomware Exposes 40+ Victims Monthly
The Qilin ransomware group has intensified global attacks, listing over 40 new victims monthly and primarily targeting the manufacturing industry, along with professional services and wholesale trade. Qilin uses a double-extortion tactic, encrypting victims' data and stealing sensitive informatio...
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Ransomware Surge Intensifies the Battle for Cyber Defenders
Ransomware attacks have surged dramatically, with a 20% increase in victims in the first half of the year, driven by the widespread Ransomware-as-a-Service model. The threat landscape is increasingly volatile, with 88 active groups and 35 new entities, making it difficult to track threats as atta...
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