LockBit, Conti, and BlackCat: 166 Ransomware Attacks Put Brazil in the Crosshairs in 2024

As the largest economy in Latin America and a key global player, Brazil’s diverse sectors—ranging from agriculture to technology—are becoming prime targets for cyber threats. With rapid digital transformation and an expanding digital infrastructure, the country is facing heightened vulnerabilities to sophisticated cyberattacks. This report delivers an in-depth analysis of Brazil’s cyber threat landscape, equipping organizations with actionable intelligence to strengthen their defenses against these growing threats.

Key Insights

• Dark Web Activities: In 2024, 91 threat actors targeted Brazilian enterprises, with 629 dark web posts focused on selling stolen databases. This highlights an urgent need for reinforced data security measures.
• Public Administration Under Siege: The public administration sector accounted for 10.65% of dark web activity, revealing its strategic significance and exposure to digital threats.
• Ransomware Surge: Brazil experienced 248 ransomware incidents, 166 of which specifically targeted the country, emphasizing a concentrated effort to exploit vulnerabilities in Brazilian organizations.
• High-Profile Ransomware Groups:LockBit 3.0, Conti, and BlackCat (ALPHV) aggressively targeted Brazil, showcasing the sophistication and severity of the country’s cyber threat landscape.
• Stealer Log Breaches: The widespread use of Stealer Logs in 2024 compromised sensitive information for thousands of individuals in Brazil, indicating the need for better protective measures.
• Phishing Threats in the Digital Economy: A total of 1,449 phishing attacks, primarily targeting the Information Services industry, reflects the increasing cyber risks faced by Brazil’s growing digital sectors.
• Record-Breaking DDoS Attacks: Brazil faced a major DDoS attack involving 23 vectors and peaking at 4 Tbps, amidst 372,825 DDoS incidents in total, demonstrating the intensity of the threat landscape.

Why You Need This Report

Our comprehensive analysis is built on a combination of open-source intelligence and proprietary research. By understanding these insights, public and private sector stakeholders in Brazil can:

• Strengthen their cybersecurity measures
• Mitigate risks more effectively
• Enhance their resilience against future cyber threats

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