Ransomware Attacks in 2025: The Rising Threat and How to Stay Protected

Ransomware continues to dominate the cybersecurity landscape in 2025, with nearly one in four organizations (24%) reporting at least one attack this year, according to Hornetsecurity’s October Threat Report.While the threat is evolving, driven by double-extortion tactics and longer business downtime, so are defenses. Thanks to stronger backup systems, better cyber insurance coverage, and improved employee awareness, fewer companies are paying the ransom.