The Top 10 Ransomware TTPs

This Arctic Wolf report summarizes the top 10 ransomware TTPs observed in incident response engagements, mapping each stage (from initial access—e.g., exposed RDP and public-facing application exploits—to execution with PowerShell, credential dumping, lateral tool transfer, archiving/exfiltration, and final data encryption) to MITRE ATT&CK IDs, illustrates why attackers use each technique, and recommends defenses including EDR, strong identity/access controls (MFA, least privilege), continuous vulnerability management, MDR, and incident response planning.