A new global ransomware survey by OpenText has revealed a worrying surge in ransomware attacks, particularly those originating from software supply chains and those empowered by artificial intelligence (AI). The 2024 Global Ransomware Survey paints a grim picture, with 90 per cent of respondents in the country reporting they were impacted by a ransomware attack originating from a software supply chain partner in the past year. A significant 62 per cent of respondents globally were affected by ransomware attacks linked to their software supply chains. Ransomware attacks have become alarmingly common, with 90 per cent of companies surveyed experiencing at least one attack in the past year. This has amplified concerns about ransomware vulnerability, with 69 per cent believing their companies are more at risk due to AI misuse.

Source: The Hindu October 16, 2024 17:59 UTC