Ransomware attacks on Sri Lankan businesses continue to surge
- CNL Reporter
- April 17, 2025
- Business News
- Ransomware attacks
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A total of 2,803 ransomware incidents were detected and blocked by Kaspersky cybersecurity solutions for businesses in Sri Lanka from January to December 2024.The 6% growth in attacks highlights the persistent threat of ransomware to organizations across industries, reinforcing the need for a robust cybersecurity strategy.
Experts from the global cybersecurity company urge businesses of all sizes to strengthen their IT security posture, as targeted ransomware attacks continue to evolve into sophisticated operations with severe financial and reputational consequences.
In November 2024, Sri Lanka faced cyberattacks on major corporations and government entities. These incidents underscored the importance of strengthening the nation’s cybersecurity defenses, as attackers exploited vulnerabilities to steal sensitive information and potentially gain unauthorized access to critical systems.
Kaspersky’s cybersecurity solutions, including Kaspersky Endpoint Security for Business, Kaspersky Small Office Security, and Kaspersky Standard, demonstrated 100% ransomware protection in 10 different real-life attack scenarios during regular Advanced Threat Protection assessments conducted by AV-TEST.
