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5 of the biggest Ransomware groups of 2021

Genmar Team9 Dec 20245 min read
5 of the biggest Ransomware groups of 2021

5 of the biggest Ransomware groups of 2021 and how they are targeting local businesses.

As a business owner, we're sure you are aware of the constant cybersecurity threats we face in this modern world. Every other day we see headlines about large firms being targeted by Ransomware.

1. Maze aka ChaCha

Maze ransomware was first found in 2019 and is the number one culprit of over 1/3rd of all attacks.

2. Conti Ransomware

Conti again appeared in 2019, accounting for 13% of all ransomware attacks.

3. REvil (Sodinokibi)

One of the most prolific ransomware groups targeting large corporations.

4. DarkSide

Known for the Colonial Pipeline attack that disrupted fuel supplies.

5. LockBit

A ransomware-as-a-service operation that continues to evolve.

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