31 new ransomware groups were discovered in 2024
Briefly

A report by Secureworks reveals a concerning 30% year-over-year rise in active ransomware groups, indicating fragmentation in the criminal ecosystem, with 31 new entrants this year.
Despite the surge in ransomware groups, the number of victims hasn't matched this growth, suggesting that the fragmented nature of these groups may hinder their success.
AI's increasing accessibility has prompted cybercriminals to exploit tools like ChatGPT for phishing and skimming scripts, representing a worrying evolution in cyber threats.
The rise of adversary-in-the-middle attacks highlights a troubling trend for cyber defenders as attackers increasingly use stolen credentials and session cookies to bypass some MFA measures.
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