The 2022 Ransomware Trends Report from Veeam Software surveyed 1,000 IT leaders, revealing that 76% of organizations experienced a cyberattack in 2021, with only 69% of data recoverable post-attack. The study emphasized the threat posed by ransomware, noting that the most common entry points were user errors like clicking malicious links. It also highlighted that 94% of attackers targeted backup repositories, with 72% of these attacks succeeding. The survey underscored the need for improved cyber-prevention and incident response strategies, pointing out that while many organizations have integrated cybersecurity and disaster recovery strategies, gaps still exist, particularly in verifying backup integrity and preparedness for ransomware incidents.

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