There is a high chance that a WannaCry-like scenario will be repeated in the very near future and industrial enterprises may be among the hardest hit. Cybercriminals have developed a fondness for industrial companies, because they tend to pay ransom. The desire of many countries for technological independence, alongside with global geopolitical and macroeconomic upheaval, means that attack targets will include traditional opponents, but also tactical and strategic partners. Cyberattacks on industrial enterprises and other facilities will be used as a warfare tool, alongside drones and media-driven misinformation.”]
Source: https://securelist.com/ics-threat-predictions-for-2021/99613/