Black Kite reports ransomware victims rise 24.9% year over year to 7,551

• Black Kite Capital published a ransomware market report covering April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026, flagging a sharp late-period surge.
• Publicly disclosed victims totaled 7,551, up 24.9% year over year; second-half activity ran 60% above the first half.
• March 2026 closed with 861 victims, the highest monthly total in four years, pointing to sustained momentum.
• Active groups rose to 146 by June 2026; 61 new groups entered during the period, while the top five drove 43.6% of victims.
• Qilin led with more than 1,300 victims; 43.5% of victims still showed critical patch vulnerabilities in the latest assessment.

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