Ransomware Among Surge of Weekly Cyber-Attack Rise
Europe accounted for 24 percent of all ransomware incidents.
Organisations faced an average of 1,947 cyber-attacks per week, up five percent year-on-year, according to new research.
The Check Point Research Global Threat Intelligence Report for July 2025 revealed that the education sector was the most targeted globally, averaging 4,210 weekly attacks per organisation (+24% YoY), followed by Government (2,577) and Healthcare & Medical (2,538).
Also, ransomware incidents surged, with 487 attacks reported in July, a 41% increase year-on-year, with Europe accounting for 24 percent.
“July’s data shows ransomware is not only here to stay, but is evolving rapidly, with groups like Qilin expanding their reach into high-value targets,” said Lotem Finkelstein, director, threat intelligence and research at Check Point.
“These attacks are hitting every corner of the globe and every type of organisation. Prevention-first strategies, powered by AI, are the only way to stay ahead.”
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