Threat Landscape Report: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector
The PSTS sector is the second-most targeted industry by ransomware groups, with attacks surging between August 1, 2023, and July 31, 2024. During this period, 939 organizations appeared on ransomware data-leak sites (DLS)—a 34% increase from the previous year. This is likely driven by the sector’s high volumes of sensitive data and the perceived higher likelihood of ransom payments, making the PSTS sector an attractive target for cybercriminals.
Our in-depth report provides a comprehensive analysis of the threats faced by the PSTS sector, offering valuable insights into the tactics used by threat actors and key threats that organizations in this sector should monitor closely.