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Explore the Identity Risks Driving Ransomware
Download the State of Ransomware in the U.S. 2026 research report.
Based on a survey of 377 U.S. organizations impacted by ransomware, this report reveals how identity risks, phishing, and compromised credentials contribute to modern attacks.
In this report, you'll discover:
- Ransomware trends from 377 affected U.S. organizations
- How phishing and compromised credentials fuel attacks
- Practical identity security recommendations to reduce risk
Identity Attacks Are Driving Modern Ransomware
Identity compromise has become one of the most common pathways to ransomware.
This isn't just an enterprise problem. For many small and midsize businesses, stolen credentials are the easiest path to a successful attack.
Ransomware Often Starts with Identity
Modern attackers don't need to break in. They log in.
Nearly 70% of organizations reported that their ransomware incident was connected to their most significant identity attack. Identity-based threats, compromised credentials, and phishing have become some of the most common pathways to ransomware.
Identity Threat Detection & Response (ITDR) powered by Sophos helps organizations identify identity vulnerabilities, detect compromised accounts, and reduce the risk of ransomware and other identity-based attacks before they lead to business disruption.
Download the report to explore ransomware trends, identity-related attack insights, and practical recommendations for strengthening identity security and reducing organizational risk.
