Ransomware Trends 2025 Reveal Rising Risks and Recovery Gaps

TECHx

25-04-2025

Veeam Software has released its new report on ransomware trends 2025. The report, From Risk to Resilience , highlights how cyber threats continue to grow in frequency and complexity.
Based on a survey of 1,300 organizations, the findings show that 69% were hit by ransomware in the past year. While this marks a slight improvement from 75% the year before, the risk remains high. Most organizations still face major challenges in recovering data.
The research reveals that only 10% of those attacked recovered more than 90% of their data. In contrast, 57% recovered less than half. This gap in recovery shows why proactive data resilience is now essential.
Veeam CEO Anand Eswaran said that businesses must shift from reactive security to proactive strategies. He emphasized the need for better collaboration between IT and security teams.
The report also found that law enforcement disrupted major ransomware groups in 2024. However, smaller groups and solo attackers are now on the rise. These new threats require constant vigilance and fast action.
Another trend is the increase in data exfiltration-only attacks. Instead of encrypting files, attackers steal sensitive data and move it outside the network. These types of attacks are harder to detect and stop.
There is some positive news. Fewer companies are paying ransoms. In fact, 36% chose not to pay at all. Among those who did, 60% paid less than half the demand. Strong recovery plans help organizations resist ransom pressure.
Legal changes are also playing a role. New frameworks are discouraging ransom payments. Global initiatives are urging companies to invest more in defense.
Budgets for cybersecurity are rising, yet gaps still exist. Many companies lack essential recovery tools or processes. Even when playbooks are in place, few include key technical steps like backup testing.
Pre-attack confidence is often misleading. While 69% felt prepared, confidence dropped sharply after attacks. CIOs reported a 30% decline in their preparedness rating. CISOs, in comparison, showed a 15% drop.
Organizations that recover faster share key traits. These include tested backup systems, clear incident response plans, and proactive risk assessments. The report recommends following the 3-2-1-1-0 rule to keep backups secure and malware-free.
Ransomware trends 2025 make it clear—resilience is no longer optional. Regular testing, better team coordination, and clear planning are vital to reduce impact and speed up recovery.