Europe ransomware infection rate rises to three-to-four times US level
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Europe's ransomware infection rate is now three to four times the United States level, widening a regional exposure gap that matters to defenders outside Europe. Business-PC malware infections also rose 28.5% over the past year, showing that the pressure is broadening beyond a single sector. The pattern points to sustained ransomware and malware momentum across European organizations. It also suggests tactics being refined against Europe may continue to spill into other markets.
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Ransomware victim naming rose 13% across European organizations
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First: 03.11.2025 11:45
Last: 03.11.2025 11:45
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European organizations saw **13% more ransomware** over the past year, increasing extortion pressure across the region. **1,380 victims** were named on leak sites from **September...
Ransomware victim naming rose 13% across European organizations
Target TrendAbout this happening: European organizations saw **13% more ransomware** over the past year, increasing extortion pressure across the region. **1,380 victims** were named on leak sites from **September...
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20.08.2025 17:00 1 articles · 9mo ago
Europe ransomware and malware pressure widens
Campaign Scope UpdateOpenText threat telemetry places Europe at three to four times the United States ransomware infection rate and reports a 28.5% year-over-year spike in malware infections on business PCs, with consumer infection rates also rising. The trend is linked to unpatched systems, exposed remote desktop ports, outdated firewalls, and sloppy credential hygiene across European organizations, while similar tactics are described as a warning for US defenders.
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- Europe's Ransomware Surge Is a Warning Shot for US Defenders — www.darkreading.com — 20.08.2025 17:00