Ransomware Rampage: 2025’s Cybercrime Surge and the Gangs Behind It
In 2025, ransomware syndicates kept the cyber world buzzing, with Qilin leading the charge. According to ransomware tracking website Ransomware.live, these digital bandits claimed 7902 victims, up from 6129 in 2024. While some claims might be as dubious as a phishing email, the surge in numbers is no laughing matter.
Hot Take:
In the wild world of cybercrime, the situation seems to have evolved from a ransomware rodeo to a cybercircus! With fewer law enforcement takedowns, the villains are running amok like a pack of digital hyenas. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of cyber-shenanigans where the usual suspects take a back seat, and new troublemakers make their debut.
Key Points:
- 2025 saw fewer law enforcement takedowns in the ransomware realm compared to 2024.
- Newcomers like Scattered Spider, Lapsus$, and ShinyHunters made headlines.
- Traditional ransomware groups remained active, with 306 groups targeting 7902 victims.
- Qilin claimed the crown for most prolific group, with over 1000 victims.
- Akira and Clop followed Qilin in the ransomware victim count.
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