IT Threat Evolution in Q1 2025: A Deep Dive for Business and Cybersecurity Leaders
🚨 Q1 2025 Was a Wake-Up Call The first quarter of 2025 saw cybercriminals ramp up their tactics across the board — from ransomware and cryptominers to macOS malware and IoT device exploits. Drawing on detailed telemetry from Kaspersky, we break down the most urgent threats and what they mean for business leaders, IT teams, and cybersecurity professionals. 📊 Global Threat Landscape: Q1 in Numbers 629+ million attacks blocked by Kaspersky products 88 million malicious URLs detected 21.5 million+ harmful files intercepted 11,733 new ransomware variants emerged 85,000+ users hit by ransomware 315,000+ users faced miner-related threats 🔐 Ransomware: Evolving Faster Than Defenses Three ransomware gangs dominated in Q1: RansomHub – 11.03% of public victim disclosures Akira – 10.89% Clop – 10.69% 📌 Notable Law Enforcement Wins 8Base/Phobos takedown – Arrest of four members across Thailand, linked to 1,000+ attacks and $16M in extortion ...