The 2021 Malware Threat Report analyzes ransomware and phishing trends as attackers expanded their reach during 2020–2021. Remote work widened the attack surface, creating a new perimeter where privileged accounts and vulnerable applications became prime targets. Human‑operated ransomware grew more sophisticated, supported by a mature malware ecosystem. BeyondTrust Labs identified common malware behaviors and techniques used after initial execution, highlighting the need for strong privilege controls. Testing showed that Trusted Application Protection can block many top malware strains. Overall, the report emphasizes privilege reduction and layered defenses to mitigate modern threats.

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