Cybersecurity experts from S-RM and FGS Global warn that ransomware attacks across Asia-Pacific are accelerating rapidly, according to a report published by TechPinas . Drawing from over 800 global incidents handled by S-RM in 2025, the report reveals that more than 770 organisations in Asia-Pacific were named on ransomware leak sites last year, marking a 59% year-on-year increase, while East and Southeast Asia recorded a staggering 71% surge — the fastest growth rate globally.
The report highlights AI as a double-edged sword: while businesses embrace AI to improve efficiency, cybercriminals are leveraging the same technology to accelerate attacks, create more personalised extortion tactics, and exploit new vulnerabilities introduced by AI-powered systems. The rapid digitalisation and expanding online infrastructure in the region have made it an increasingly attractive target for sophisticated cybercriminal groups.
Experts warn that ransomware incidents today involve more than just technical disruption. Attackers are now weaponising stricter data privacy regulations and media exposure to intensify pressure on organisations during negotiations and crisis response. Businesses across Asia-Pacific face a rapidly intensifying cyber threat environment that demands heightened vigilance and adaptive security strategies.