The number of ransomware attacks is rising sharply
According to the "Ransomware Review: First Half of 2024", a significant increase in ransomware attacks was observed worldwide in the first half of 2024. With 1.762 published cases of compromise on leak sites, the number of attacks is 4,3% higher than in the same period last year. In addition, Unit 42 researchers have identified a new Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) group that has been active since May 2024 and is spreading the Cicada3301 ransomware. The report provides insight into the tactics, techniques and procedures of the threat actors. Key findings of the review: Germany among the top 5 most affected...