Ransomware continues to be one of the most dangerous cyber threats in the world today. Globally, there are reportedly 11,000 ransomware attack attempts per day, on average, which is an approximate 3,500% increase in the frequency of ransomware attacks over the last five years. There was also a 34% to 50% increase in these cyberattacks in 2025 compared to 2024, according to Cyber Security News.