Record 574 ransomware attacks in December 2024, with Funksec leading, signal growing cyber threats.

In December 2024, ransomware attacks hit a record high with 574 incidents, led by a new threat actor, Funksec, responsible for over 100 attacks. North America saw the most attacks, and the Industrials sector was the top target. Experts predict 2025 will bring even more sophisticated attacks, with new groups like RansomHub emerging and possibly using AI to enhance their methods. Despite efforts to combat ransomware, the threat landscape is becoming more challenging.

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