At a glance: Ransomware attacks are increasing in DACH, and a growing number of security leaders are considering payments as a means of de-escalation.
The number of ransomware attacks in the German-speaking region is rising. CISOs are increasingly considering fulfilling ransom demands to end attacks.
A concerning trend is developing in the German-speaking region: the frequency of ransomware attacks is increasing. At the same time, executives in enterprise security (CISOs) are considering giving in to the demands of cybercriminals.
This intensifies a strategic dilemma for CISOs. On one hand, paid ransoms can incentivize further attacks, as criminals view the payment as validation of their success. On the other hand, the pressure to restore business operations as quickly as possible and prevent data exfiltration often stands in direct conflict with security best practices and regulatory requirements.
The increasing willingness to pay forms the business model for attackers: the more frequently payments occur, the more lucrative ransomware becomes as an attack method. CISOs must therefore invest increasingly in preventive measures such as regular backup protocols, network segmentation, and incident response plans in order to avoid falling into this spiral.
Source: borncity.com · Published June 14, 2026
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