Ransomware and cyber threat insights: The rise of ransomware's middle class
The Ransomware and Cyber Threat Insights report from GRIT examines the changing ransomware landscape. Key findings include:
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Ransomware victim volume dropped by 22% year-over-year, while active ransomware groups rose by 8%, indicating a shift towards a "middle class" of established groups.
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The Retail & Wholesale sector faced challenges like supply chain dependencies and potential disruptions during the holiday season, but defensive investments reduced impacts.
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Law enforcement targeted cybercriminal trust and tools, causing disruption, including the arrest of Telegram's CEO and cryptocurrency exchange seizures.
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GRIT analyzes Qilin ransomware tactics.
Read the full report for details.