Immutable Backups: Why They Matter for Ransomware Defense

Immutable Backups: Why They Matter for Ransomware Defense

Many IT professionals lose sleep worrying about threat actors attacking their mission-critical systems and data assets. While many types of cyberattacks exist, ransomware causes particularly severe consequences. A successful ransomware attack can stop crucial business...
Ransomware Prevention and Protection Tips

Ransomware Prevention and Protection Tips

Ransomware is a particularly virulent form of malware that attacks business-critical systems and data. Ransomware attacks encrypt files or lock systems, rendering them useless to their owners. Typically, the threat actors behind the attack demand a financial ransom to...
How Ransomware Has Evolved to Become More Dangerous

How Ransomware Has Evolved to Become More Dangerous

Ransomware is a particularly virulent form of malware in which cybercriminals encrypt a victim’s data and hold it for ransom. It has evolved to become much more dangerous and damaging than when it was first encountered in 1989. Companies need to be prepared to address...