Half of 2025 Ransomware Attacks Target Critical Infrastructure as Threats Surge 34%

Ransomware surged in 2025, hitting 4,701 incidents and crippling vital sectors like manufacturing and healthcare in the U.S.

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Oct 22, 2025

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Ransomware attacks on critical infrastructure exploded in 2025, with 4,701 incidents recorded through September—a 34% jump from 2024. Half of these attacks hit vital sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and finance. The U.S. bore the brunt with 21% of global incidents.

Manufacturing took the biggest hit, seeing attacks surge 61% as criminals targeted companies like Jaguar Land Rover and Bridgestone. Just five ransomware groups were responsible for 25% of all incidents, showing how organized these criminal operations have become.

Experts warn ransomware has evolved from a business nuisance into a national security threat, capable of paralyzing supply chains and undermining public trust in critical services.

Source: Industrial Cyber

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