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Ransomware Attacks Surge in Australia Amid Evolving Cyber Threats

Ransomware Attacks Surge in Australia Amid Evolving Cyber Threats

First seen 7 Feb 2026, 01:18 UTC • •

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ThreatCluster •March 12, 2026 at 13:27 UTC

In January 2026, a survey revealed that 78% of Australian organizations experienced a ransomware attack in the past year. The rise of AI-driven social engineering tactics has made these attacks increasingly sophisticated and difficult to combat. The evolving cyber landscape continues to pose significant challenges for data security across the region.

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