When it comes to threats from the dark web, the U.S. is a prime target.
A new report by threat intelligence company SOCRadar found that more than four out of five (82%) threats from the dark web aimed at North America targeted the United States over the last 12 months. “The high percentage in the United States suggests a larger digital footprint and more attractive targets,” the report noted.
The 26-page report also found that Uncle Sam is a popular target for ransomware extortionists, with 88% of those attacks aimed at U.S.-based organizations. “High-value businesses, extensive digital networks, and larger financial opportunities likely attract attackers to the U.S. market,” it reasoned.
While Canada (9.7%) and Mexico (1.8%) were targeted substantially less, the report warned, “All countries must stay vigilant and actively strengthen cybersecurity defenses against ransomware threats.”
Grant Leonard, field CISO for Lumifi Cyber, a managed detection and response services company in Scottsdale, Ariz., explained that the U.S. is a sophisticated, tech-savvy nation with many millions of users online, sharing and doing business in a way that makes them targets for criminals.
