Known ransomware attacks up 68% in 2023

Ransomware attacks surged 68% in 2023. Big Game ransomware, a serious cyberthreat, extorts businesses with data encryption and leaks. Cybercrime utilizes evergreen techniques and innovation in tactics. Malware distribution tactics include malvertising and adding Mac malware to Windows distributions. Security budgets are shrinking while IT teams face active adversaries, zero-day exploits, and social engineering. Effective cyberdefense requires new strategies in 2024.