Lockbit ransomware victims more than double in February
March 16, 2023 – Published on Beta News
The Lockbit ransomware group claimed 129 victims in February, more than double the 50 that was reported in January.
The latest ransomware report from GuidePoint Security shows that another RaaS group, AlphV, also significantly increased its reported monthly victim count from 20 to 31.
The data also shows some shifts in the industries being targeted by ransomware groups. The food and beverage sector saw a significant increase from four victims in January to 17 in February, possibly due to its high dependence on operational continuity and customer service. The banking and finance sector also saw an increase from nine to 19 victims, reflecting its attractiveness for cybercriminals looking to monetize their activity. Engineering increased from one to eight victims, suggesting that ransomware groups may be targeting sectors looking for valuable intellectual property and sensitive data.
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