Check Point Research Releases Q1 2026 Ransomware Report: Centralization and AI Acceleration Drive Higher Impact
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- 📰 Published: May 13, 2026 at 20:30
- 🔍 Collected: May 13, 2026 at 12:01
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 15, 2026 at 23:06 (59h 4m after Collected)
Check Point Research (CPR) released its Q1 2026 Ransomware Report, highlighting a shift towards ecosystem consolidation. While the number of active threat actors is decreasing, groups like Qilin and The Gentlemen are launching more sophisticated, AI-driven attacks. A total of 2,122 organizations were listed on leak sites this quarter. The report notes that attackers now prioritize 'accessibility' over industry value, targeting any entity with exploitable infrastructure or exposed VPNs.