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This Thanksgiving season, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for our valued clients. Your trust and partnership drive everything we do, and we’re thankful to be part of your journey. From all of us at Forthright, Happy Thanksgiving!
July is recognized as Ransomware Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the growing threat of ransomware attacks and the importance of cybersecurity. Ransomware, a type of malicious software that encrypts a victim's data and demands a ransom for its release, has become a significant threat to businesses across various industries.
Ransomware in Manufacturing and Healthcare
The manufacturing and healthcare sectors have been particularly hard-hit by ransomware attacks. Here are some alarming statistics:
Manufacturing Industry: According to a 2023 report by Cybersecurity Ventures, the manufacturing industry saw a 300% increase in ransomware attacks over the past year. The industry's reliance on operational technology (OT) systems, which often lack robust cybersecurity measures, makes it a prime target for cybercriminals.