Malicious Actors Shift Priorities as 96% of Ransomware Incidents Involve Data Exfiltration

Malicious actors are changing their priorities, as 96% of ransomware incidents now involve data exfiltration. This trend indicates a growing tendency among cybercriminals to not only encrypt data to demand a ransom but also to steal the data to exert additional pressure on victims. This dual threat increases the complexity and impact of ransomware attacks.