September was turbulent, with a spike in ransomware attacks, breaches, and dark web activity. New threat actors surfaced, and critical sectors faced relentless attacks, pushing organizations into defense mode. Cyble’s in-house researchers closely monitored the ransomware surge throughout September, uncovering exclusive insights backed by deep research and AI-powered intelligence.
What’s Inside the September Report?
- 79 million records exposed on the dark web in September.
- 310 ransomware attacks recorded, with The Brotherhood and InvaderX among the emerging threat actors.
- The U.S. was the most targeted, with critical sectors like healthcare, IT, and energy under persistent attack.
- Hacktivist activities surged, further intensifying cyber threats.
- ICS/OT exploits became a growing concern, threatening essential infrastructure.
- Dark web forums saw a spike in credential sales, exploit kits, and ransomware updates, signaling a more structured cybercrime economy.
- The convergence of hacktivism and cyber warfare points to an increasingly complex threat landscape.
Download our Monthly Ransomware Insights Report for a detailed breakdown of these events and to stay prepared for what lies ahead.
