India ranks 2nd in global ransom payouts for cyberattacks: Survey
Indian firms were the worst hit by cyberattacks among Asia-Pacific nations and stood second globally in ransom payouts, as per a survey. While 74% organisations in India suffered cyberattacks, 34% paid between $1 million-$2.5 million as ransom to hackers. The survey added that Indian firms are threatened by cyberattacks originating from China and Pakistan due to rising geopolitical tensions.