Saturday, May 3, 2025

Ransomware Rinse & Repeat: Why SMBs Are in the Crosshairs in 2025

 


Ransomware attacks may be declining in volume, but for SMBs, the costs—and the consequences—are only rising. The 2025 Sophos Cybercrime on Main Street report reveals that of SMB's impacted: 70% of small business attacks involve ransomware Over 90% for medium-sized businesses According to the report, compromised network edge devices, such as firewalls and VPNs, are a common entry point for attackers. With SMEs accounting for 90% of all businesses worldwide and 40% of the US economy, it's crucial to prioritize cybersecurity. We dig into the latest trends, real-world incidents (Marks & Spencer, Co-op UK), and how platforms like Plixer One deliver the visibility, analytics, and control to break the attack cycle. Let’s talk observability, accountability—and survival. https://news.sophos.com/en-us/2025/04/16/the-sophos-annual-threat-report-cybercrime-on-main-street-2025/?amp=1 https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/uk-retailers-reeling-ransomware-attacks

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