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The ransomware landscape in 2025 | Kaspersky official blog
- Ransomware incidents show low quality of decryptors; attackers may not send decryptors or provide inefficient tools.
- Cybercriminals often specialize in encryption, not decryption, leading to slow and faulty decryptors.
- Ransomware attackers engage in repeated attacks, switching between groups and affiliates to continue extortion.
- Legislation is tightening globally to combat ransomware, requiring companies to report incidents promptly.
- Companies face risks and legal consequences for paying ransoms, as it can lead to long-term repercussions.
- Paying ransoms does not guarantee data confidentiality, as data may still be leaked or disclosed.
- Law enforcement actions and evolving laws have changed ransomware landscape, decreasing ransom amounts paid.
- Ransomware groups are now more focused on espionage and mixed motives, complicating victim understanding.
- Paying ransomware operators can worsen the problem; having a response plan in place is crucial for recovery.
- Organizations should prepare detailed response plans and implement monitoring solutions to counter ransomware attacks effectively.
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