Ransomware threat groups are on the rise, so be on your guard

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The number of active ransomware groups over the last 12 months is on the rise as criminals look for more ways to target businesses, new research has claimed.

The 2024 State of Threat Report from Secureworks has revealed a rise in the number of active ransomware groups over the last 12 months - identifying a 30% rise in the number of active groups.