Ransomware news and trends

Salesforce Says It Won’t Pay Ransom to Hacking Group
Cybersecurity // October 07, 2025

Salesforce reportedly told customers Tuesday (Oct. 7) that it won’t pay a ransom demanded by a hacking group that threatened to publish client data it claims to have stolen. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Oracle Investigates Hacks of Customers’ Applications After Cybercriminals Demand Ransoms
Cybersecurity // October 02, 2025

Oracle is reportedly investigating hacks of some customers’ E-Business Suite applications after hackers who said they were affiliated with a ransomware group claimed to have breached the applications. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

French and UK Authorities Arrest Suspects in 2 Separate Ransomware Cases
Security & Fraud // July 11, 2025

Five people have been arrested in Europe in two separate, unrelated cases related to ransomware, Ars Technica reported Thursday (July 10). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Hacking Group Linked to Vegas Disruptions Suspected in Recent UK Retail Attacks
Cybersecurity // May 06, 2025

A hacking group known as Scattered Spider, which previously caused significant disruption on the Las Vegas Strip, is suspected of being behind recent cyber intrusions targeting U.K. retailers, according to reporting by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ). Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Interviews & Exclusives
2024 Is Already the Year of the Cyberattack

July 04, 2024
It’s the summer of steals, not the summer of deals, for businesses suffering cyber breaches. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Congress Calls for Proactive Policies to Combat Security Breaches

April 16, 2024
The internet looks very small to an attacker, but massive to a defender. And a persistent reality of the 21st century’s connected economy is that many digital doors are left...

Firms Embrace AI for Faster, Smarter Cybersecurity Solutions

March 01, 2024
Google CEO Sundar Pichai recently noted that artificial intelligence (AI) could boost online security, a sentiment echoed by many industry experts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Visa: AI Helps Combat the ‘Democratization’ of Cybercrime and Ransomware

September 05, 2023
Michael Jabbara, vice president and global head of fraud services at Visa, told PYMNTS the fraud game is changing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Quick Reads
Insurer Beazley Steps Back From Cyber Market as Attacks Surge

November 30, 2025
One of the world’s largest cyber insurance firms is reportedly pulling back from the market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Salesforce Says It Won’t Pay Ransom to Hacking Group

October 07, 2025
Salesforce reportedly told customers Tuesday (Oct. 7) that it won’t pay a ransom demanded by a hacking group that threatened to publish client data it claims to have stolen. Get...

Oracle Investigates Hacks of Customers’ Applications After Cybercriminals Demand Ransoms

October 02, 2025
Oracle is reportedly investigating hacks of some customers’ E-Business Suite applications after hackers who said they were affiliated with a ransomware group claimed to have breached the applications. Get the Full...

French and UK Authorities Arrest Suspects in 2 Separate Ransomware Cases

July 11, 2025
Five people have been arrested in Europe in two separate, unrelated cases related to ransomware, Ars Technica reported Thursday (July 10). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...