Ransomware Trends: Most Attacks Hit Between 1am and 5am, Study Finds
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Threat actors are now leveraging the off-hours of security professionals—mainly between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m.—to execute ransomware attacks, highlighting a critical vulnerability.
Chris Kissel emphasized, 'Organizations should consider whether they can respond effectively to an attack outside regular hours, as detection tools may lag behind fast-moving threats.'
Marcin Kleczynski noted, 'Ransomware gangs are evolving rapidly in response to advancements in detection technology, necessitating continuous and enhanced defense strategies from organizations.'
The report revealed a noticeable rise in ransomware incidents among smaller groups, suggesting that staging such attacks is becoming increasingly accessible to a wider range of attackers.
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