It was previously believed that the largest ransom payment was made in 2021 by CNA Financial for $40 million. The report found evidence of a $75 million ransom paid by an undisclosed victim this year. The ransom payment was made to the Dark Angels cybercrime group. The Dark Angels are flagged as the biggest ransomware actor to watch over the next year. With the Dark Angels’ success in gaining a $75 million payment, other groups will likely use their strategies as well.

Source: Forbes July 31, 2024 13:56 UTC