
Record High: 1073 Firms Globally Hit by Ransomware Attacks in August 2026
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A total of 1073 firms globally fell victim to ransomware attacks in August, according to new data from NCC. The industrial sector was identified as the most affected by these attacks. The data indicates this represents a record high for 2026.