Coveware, which provides response services to ransomware attacks, has released a report for the fourth quarter of 2020.
The 4 most interesting data from the report
1. The average ransom payment stands at $ 154,108
It is a decrease of 34% from the third quarter.
2. Organisations decline to pay
The significant decrease in the average payment is due to the fact that more and more organizations are deciding not to pay the ransom.
3. 70% of ransomware attacks also include theft of information from the victim and double extortion
It is an increase of 43% from the third quarter.
4. Social Engineering is the main attack type
In the current quarter the main attack channel was social engineering attacks.
_________________
( Source: Coverware Ransomeware Report)
Save Your Company from Social Engineering Attacks Like that
Register and Get your Personalized Free Exposure Report NOW,
And see where your Company is Exposed to Hackers
Recently Posted on AUMINT.io Blog
From Clicks to Confidence: How Security Awareness Training Slashes Phishing Risks by 86%
🎯 Phishing Clicks Dropped by 86% – Here’s How
📉 A recent study reveals that Security Awareness Training (SAT) can reduce phishing susceptibility by up to 86% within a year.
🏢 Larger organizations are at greater risk, with over 10,000 employees showing a 40.5% baseline vulnerability, compared to 24.6% in smaller firms.
🧠 Continuous, tailored training is key to transforming employees from potential liabilities into cybersecurity assets.
🔐 At AUMINT.io, we craft customized SAT programs that resonate with your team, fostering a culture of security awareness.
📅 Schedule a consultation with AUMINT.io today to strengthen your organization’s defenses.
#CyberSecurity #PhishingPrevention #SecurityAwareness #AUMINT