Hacktivists, state-sponsored groups step up cyberattacks targeting manufacturing operations and OT systems - Industrial Cyber

Forescout’s latest research shows a 71% surge in cyberattacks targeting the manufacturing sector, with ransomware groups like RansomHub leading the charge. Threat actors are exploiting cloud services, abusing RMM tools, and deploying custom malware to evade detection and steal sensitive data. As operational technology and digital transformation widen the attack surface, manufacturers face growing threats from cybercriminals, hacktivists, and state-sponsored actors alike.