Ransomware attacks spike to record high in February

Attacks likely to rise further in the US

Sarah JollyMarch 21, 2025
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Global ransomware attacks set a new monthly record of 886 cases in February, up 50% on the previous month and rising 119% over the same month last year, according to cybersecurity firm NCC Group.
The majority (83%) of ransomw...

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Sarah JollyMarch 21, 2025
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