86% of Businesses Refused to Pay Cyber Ransoms in 2025

In 2025, 86% of businesses refused to pay cyber ransoms following attacks, according to data from Coalition Insurance. Initial ransom demands by cyber attackers increased by 47% in the prior year, yet a record number of organizations declined payment. Two unnamed firms reported that approximately 30% or more of their clients still paid ransoms after incidents. The findings contrast with earlier trends where ransom payments were more common. No specific industries, technical attack vectors, or geographic regions were detailed in the report.