As cyberattacks have become increasingly common, organizations have stepped up to safeguard their IT infrastructure while law enforcement has heightened efforts to identify and catch cybercriminals to minimize cyberattacks. Nonetheless, reported ransomware attacks globally rose 232% over the past three years, and cyberattacks of all kinds were up 50% in 2021 compared to 2020. The motives for cybercriminals stretch beyond financial gain, particularly amid the tense geopolitical environment, as some hackers are determined to disrupt and cripple their adversary’s most vital businesses to stir panic and distress.
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