Verizon DBIR 2026 SMB ransomware

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May 4, 2026

88% of SMB Breaches Now Involve Ransomware: NC Small Business Defense Plan

Verizon's 2026 DBIR shows 88% of SMB breaches now involve ransomware vs 39% for large orgs. NC ransomware incidents are up 50%. Here's what to do this quarter.