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Kaspersky Ransomware Report for 2024

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Kaspersky's 2024 ransomware report reveals an 18% decrease in detections but an increased focus on targeted attacks. Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) remains prevalent. Average ransom payments rose despite overall payments dropping by 35%. The report highlights a shift towards data exfiltration strategies alongside encryption. Major groups faced disruptions, yet new actors emerged, utilizing AI tools and custom toolkits. The report warns of evolving threats including Bring Your Own Vulnerable Driver (BYOVD) attacks. Recommendations stress proactive defense, incident response planning, and education against phishing to combat the changing ransomware landscape.

https://securelist.com/state-of-ransomware-in-2025/116475/

Ransomware Reaches a Record High, But Payouts Are Dwindling

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Ransomware attacks hit a record high in early 2025, with reported incidents up 81% from the previous year, but payouts are decreasing, down 35% annually. This suggests victims are resisting payments or negotiating lower sums. Criminal organizations face challenges, including reduced affiliate loyalty and increased law enforcement efforts. Despite these issues, ransomware remains a significant threat, urging businesses to enhance protective measures.

https://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/ransomware-reaches-record-high-payouts-are-dwindling

NSA, CISA, FBI, and International Partners Release Cybersecurity Advisory on “Fast Flux,” a National Security Threat

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CISA, NSA, FBI, and international partners issued a Cybersecurity Advisory on “Fast Flux,” highlighting it as a national security threat. Fast flux obscures malicious server locations via rapidly changing DNS records, complicating detection and blocking. Organizations and ISPs are urged to adopt multi-layered detection and mitigation strategies, particularly through Protective DNS services, to safeguard national security and critical infrastructure.

https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/alerts/2025/04/03/nsa-cisa-fbi-and-international-partners-release-cybersecurity-advisory-fast-flux-national-security

Ransomware: The $270 Billion Beast Shaping Cybersecurity—Insights From Cyentia’s Latest Report

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Ransomware's financial impact has reached $276 billion in five years, highlighting a major cybersecurity threat. The Cyentia Institute's report outlines trends, targeted industries, and a distinction between attack attempts and incidents. Ransomware causes high losses, especially in transportation, education, and healthcare sectors, with mid-size firms facing the greatest proportional impacts. The report also identifies top ransomware groups and techniques used in attacks, emphasizing the need for stronger defenses and collaboration to mitigate risks.

https://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/ransomware-270-billion-beast-shaping-cybersecurity-insights-cyentias-latest

Ransomware Groups Collected Less Money in 2024

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Ransomware payments dropped 35% in 2024, totaling $813.55 million, due to better cyber hygiene and law enforcement actions. More organizations are opting not to pay ransoms despite an increase in attacks, aided by improved recovery strategies and incident response capabilities. Disruptions in major ransomware groups like LockBit led to decreased activity, with new actors primarily targeting smaller victims.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/ransomware-groups-made-less-money-in-2024

Crypto Ransomware 2025: 35.82% YoY Decrease in Ransomware Payments

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Crypto ransom payments decreased 35% YoY in 2024. Increased law enforcement, victim resistance, and evolving ransomware tactics contributed to the decline. The total ransom received was $813.55 million, down from $1.25 billion. New strains like Akira emerged, while others faltered post-disruption. Victims favored recovery methods over payment, illustrating resilience against extortion. Understanding laundering methods is vital for law enforcement response. A shift in payment distribution patterns emerged, indicating a more complex ransomware ecosystem.

https://www.chainalysis.com/blog/crypto-crime-ransomware-victim-extortion-2025/

Lynx Ransomware Group Adds Affiliates to ‘Industrialize’

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Lynx Ransomware Group expands with affiliates, offering a structured platform for cybercrime operations, including an efficient recruitment system. They provide tools and profits (80% share) for affiliates, emphasizing quality control in recruitment. Their approach combines robust ransomware builds and management, leading to a significant industrial-scale cybercrime model. Researchers recommend enhanced security measures for organizations in critical sectors to combat these threats.

https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/lynx-raas-group-industrializes-cybercrime-with-affiliate-operations

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