Ransomware Activity Intensifies Across Turkey

The latter half of 2025, specifically July through December, saw a concerning escalation in ransomware activity targeting the TR region, impacting 17 significant victim companies. Analysis reveals the involvement of 6 different ransomware groups, indicating a diversified and persistent threat landscape. This surge represents a direct and substantial risk to business continuity and operational resilience, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity defenses. The primary objective of these attacks remains data exfiltration and system encryption, leading to significant financial and reputational damage for affected organizations.

Sectoral analysis within TR highlights a broad exposure to these ransomware threats, with Manufacturing, Construction, and Healthcare sectors experiencing notable targeting. Other impacted areas include Consumer Services, Agriculture and Food Production, and Hospitality and Tourism, demonstrating that no sector is immune to this pervasive threat. This widespread vulnerability presents an elevated enterprise risk, requiring robust incident response planning and proactive threat intelligence. Mitigating this risk demands a strategic and holistic approach to cyber defense, focusing on vulnerability management and employee awareness across all business units to safeguard critical assets.