The Threat Landscape 2025 by Almond highlights a sharp rise in cyber threats, with France experiencing an 82% increase in ransomware attacks—far exceeding the global average (+29%). Industries, critical infrastructures, and the healthcare sector are the most targeted. New ransomware groups like RansomHub and Play are emerging, alongside established threats like Lockbit.
Infostealers have also surged, with 146,738 new malware variants detected in 2024, leading to 539 French companies suffering data leaks. Meanwhile, AI-powered DDoS attacks are growing, with 400,000 incidents per month in Europe, leveraging massive botnets to overwhelm networks.
Geopolitical tensions have made France a primary target for hacktivist groups, with coordinated DDoS campaigns from entities like Holy League, NoNames05(16), and Anonymous Guys.
As cybercriminal activity intensifies, cybersecurity must become a top priority for businesses and governments. Future reports from Almond will delve into new cybercriminal tactics, geopolitical impacts, and 2026 predictions.
