In this Help Net Security video, Yochai Corem, CEO of Cyberint, explores the ransomware environment’s development, effects, and emerging patterns throughout the previous year.
2023 marked a historic high for ransomware groups, with a 55.5% increase in attacks, reaching 4,368 victims globally, according to Cyberint.
Key findings from their report include:
- The MOVEit campaign was the most successful campaign of 2023, emphasizing the impact of supply chain attacks.
- LockBit 3.0 led as the most active ransomware group, followed by ALPHV and Cl0p.
- The United States became the primary target, comprising 64% of cases.
- Newcomers like Akira, 8Base, and Play gained prominence.
Researchers anticipate an even more intimidating ransomware landscape in 2024, with veteran groups and emerging threats thriving despite law enforcement efforts.