HealthExec September 4, 2024
The number of cybercriminal groups engaging in ransomware attacks has risen since last year, but the total victim count—in all industries and spaces, including healthcare—has actually fallen.
According to a report from cybersecurity firm Searchlight Cyber, the number of active criminal ransomware groups stood at 72 during the first half of 2024, a rise from 46 a year prior. That 57% jump, however, has not resulted in more attacks. Since the second half of 2023, the number of organizations reported to have fallen victim to ransomware has dropped 16%.
However, it’s complicated. When compared to the first half of 2023, the number of ransomware incidents has increased 50% on the year. But, the data may not signal a seasonal...
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