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Ransomware attacks in Syria

1 organisations in Syria have been listed on ransomware leak sites, ranking #174 worldwide. Updated .

Victims
1
0% of global total
Global rank
#174
of 179 countries
Active groups
1
Most: Handala
Sectors
1
Most: Technology

ThreatAI analysis

Compiled from this database and the ransomware.live profiles of the groups active in Syria. Figures are computed from the tracked records, not inferred.

Syria in the global picture

Syria accounts for 1 of the ransomware disclosures tracked here, ranking #174 worldwide and making up 0% of the global total. The sectors listed most often are Technology.

Who is most active in Syria

Handala — 1 victims in Syria. Not a Ransomware Group.

Ransomware threat profile: Syria

Syria ranks #174 worldwide for ransomware disclosures, with 1 victims in this database — 0% of the global total. The groups listing the most organisations here are Handala.

The most frequently listed industries in Syria are Technology. These sectors hold sensitive data and run operations that are costly to interrupt.

The volume reflects Syria's integration into the global economy and the reach of ransomware operations that target organisations of every size. Organisations here should weigh the active groups documented on this page when prioritising detection rules and incident-response planning.

Victims in Syria 1

Organization Disclosed
SSV Blockchain Network
Handala

Frequently asked questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in Syria?

Syria has recorded 1 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #174 globally. This represents 0% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target Syria?

The ransomware groups most active in Syria are Handala. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to Syria.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in Syria?

In Syria, the most frequently targeted sectors are Technology. These industries hold valuable data and often have critical operational requirements that make them attractive ransomware targets.

How does Syria rank globally for ransomware attacks?

Syria ranks #174 globally for ransomware attacks with 1 victim disclosures, representing 0% of the worldwide total of 23,094 tracked victims.

How can organisations in Syria protect against ransomware?

Organisations in Syria should implement a layered security approach including regular offline backups, network segmentation, multi-factor authentication, endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools, and employee security awareness training. Monitoring threat intelligence feeds for active groups targeting Syria is also recommended.