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Ransomware escalation in Germany

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Latest: Germany identified as second most frequent global ransomware target

Germany has experienced a significant rise in ransomware activity. In the first five months of 2026, the country recorded 182 victims, a 7.7 percent increase over the previous year. Early reports highlighted a trend wher