Most ransomware attacks are opportunistic. Here’s how you can stop attackers
Ransomware attacks are often opportunistic rather than targeted, driven by financial gain. Organizations frequently leave vulnerabilities open, making them easy targets for attackers. To defend against these threats, businesses must prioritize cybersecurity hygiene and promptly address vulnerabilities.
- ▪Ransomware thrives on weak cyber hygiene gaps.
- ▪Attackers seek to exploit vulnerabilities that can impact multiple organizations.
- ▪The MOVEit breach illustrates how a single vulnerability can affect thousands of users.
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Pro Most ransomware attacks are opportunistic. Here’s how you can stop attackers Opinion By Chet Wisniewski published 25 May 2026 Ransomware thrives on weak cyber hygiene gaps When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter There is a glaring misconception at the heart of cybersecurity that cyber-attacks are targeted at specific organizations or sectors.
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