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United States

US #1 Most Targeted

Ransomware victim intelligence profile ยท Ranked #1 globally ยท Updated: Apr 4, 2026

7,029
Total Victims
42.1% of global total
#1
Global Rank
152
Active Groups
24
Sectors Targeted

Ransomware Threat Profile: United States

United States ranks #1 globally for ransomware attacks, with 7,029 confirmed victims in this database โ€” representing 42.1% of the worldwide total. The most active ransomware groups targeting United States include Akira, Play, Qilin.

The most frequently targeted industries in United States are Business Services, Manufacturing, Technology. The healthcare sector is particularly vulnerable because attacks on hospitals and medical providers can create life-threatening situations, increasing pressure to pay ransoms quickly.

United States's attack volume reflects broader trends in ransomware targeting: as one of the world's largest economies with extensive digital infrastructure, United States presents a high-value target environment with many large organisations, diverse industries, and significant data assets that ransomware groups seek to exploit.

Organisations in United States should consider the active threat groups documented here when assessing their cybersecurity posture, implementing detection rules, and prioritising incident response planning.

Recent Victims in United States (20 cached of 7,029 total)

# Organization Group Sector Date
1 Community Connections Incransom โ€” Apr 4, 2026
2 Advanced Vehicle Assemblies Nightspire Manufacturing Apr 4, 2026
3 coronapa.com Incransom โ€” Apr 3, 2026
4 Harman Fitness Netrunner Consumer Services Apr 3, 2026
5 Bo.. and Br..e Silentransomgroup โ€” Apr 3, 2026
6 Community College of Beaver County Interlock Education Apr 3, 2026
7 Westamerica Communications Akira Telecommunication Apr 3, 2026
8 Charles River Insurance Akira Financial Services Apr 3, 2026
9 Woodland Trade Akira โ€” Apr 3, 2026
10 American Vintage Home, Briggs Plumbing Products, Genco Manufacturing, American Vintage Hom... Akira Manufacturing Apr 3, 2026
11 Southeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Nightspire Education Apr 3, 2026
12 Siena Construction Nightspire Construction Apr 3, 2026
13 Neptune Mechanical, Inc. Nightspire Manufacturing Apr 3, 2026
14 roodtrucking.com Incransom Transportation/Logistics Apr 3, 2026
15 Asmar Schor & McKenna Dragonforce โ€” Apr 3, 2026
16 Faulkner County Sheriff's Office Qilin Public Sector Apr 2, 2026
17 Wolf Technology Group Nova Technology Apr 2, 2026
18 *****d **d**** ****o** Insomnia โ€” Apr 2, 2026
19 The Center for Hearing & Speech Interlock Healthcare Apr 2, 2026
20 cesimaging.com Dragonforce Technology Apr 2, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ransomware attacks have occurred in United States?

United States has recorded 7,029 ransomware victim disclosures in this database, ranking #1 globally. This represents 42.1% of all tracked ransomware attacks worldwide.

Which ransomware groups target United States?

The ransomware groups most active in United States are Akira, Play, Qilin, Clop. These groups collectively account for the majority of victim disclosures attributed to United States.

Which industries are most targeted by ransomware in United States?

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

How does United States rank globally for ransomware attacks?

United States ranks #1 globally for ransomware attacks with 7,029 victim disclosures, representing 42.1% of the worldwide total of 16,710 tracked victims.

How can organisations in United States protect against ransomware?

Organisations in United States 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 United States is also recommended.