Record Ransomware Attacks Surge to 997 in August 2026

• •Ransomware attacks hit a record 997 in August 2026, a 23% increase from July.
• •Healthcare and utility sectors saw significant increases in attacks, with healthcare up 30%.
• •Qilin and The Gentlemen were the most active ransomware groups, accounting for over 26% of attacks.

In August 2026, ransomware attacks reached a record high of 997, averaging 32 attacks per day, a 23% increase from July's 809 attacks. The healthcare sector experienced a 30% rise, while utility companies saw attacks double from five to ten. Businesses accounted for 861 of the attacks, with significant increases in law firms (up 52%), tech companies (up 42%), and finance companies (up 40%). The most active ransomware groups were Qilin and The Gentlemen, responsible for over 26% of the total attacks. Qilin led with 157 attacks, while The Gentlemen had 107. Confirmed attacks included incidents at Nutex Health Inc., Cedar County Memorial Hospital, and Windrose Health Network. The U.S. was the most targeted country, with 417 attacks. The overall trend indicates a growing threat landscape, particularly for critical sectors like healthcare and utilities.