Ransomware Ecosystem Diversifies as Active Groups Hit Record Levels, Analysis Reveals
The ransomware threat landscape is undergoing significant transformation as the number of active groups reaches unprecedented levels. According to new research, while overall attack volume has stabilized, the diversity of threat actors has created new challenges for cybersecurity defenders across industries.
Ransomware Groups Multiply Despite Stabilized Attack Activity
The ransomware ecosystem continues to evolve with a record number of active groups operating worldwide, according to reports from cybersecurity researchers. GuidePoint Security’s recently released Q3 2025 Ransomware & Cyber Threat Report indicates that while the total number of known attacks has stabilized, the threat actor landscape has become increasingly fragmented.