# Most ransomware attacks are opportunistic. Here’s how you can stop attackers

> There is a glaring misconception at the heart of cybersecurity that cyber-attacks are targeted at specific organizations or sectors.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/most-ransomware-attacks-are-opportunistic-heres-how-you-can-stop-attackers?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a144265b5bba47ccac62918)
- **Published:** 2026-05-25
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #cybersecurity #attacks #attackers #driven #opportunistic #ransomware #sectors #stop
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