Everyone knows that the quickest way to recover from a ransomware attack is to restore from backup. It sounds simple enough, but the actual restore process can be complex, not to mention slow. Has the backup data also been encrypted? Are the backups that I need still there? How much time will it take to […]
Organizations are very aware of ransomware and the dangers of infection. Yet many of those same organizations don’t really have a good idea of how to recover quickly and efficiently if they’ve encountered a ransomware attack. Unfortunately, not all organizations that pay the ransom end up getting their precious data back; it might remain encrypted […]
Suppose that you are a chief information security officer (CISO), chief technology officer (CTO), or IT manager, with responsibility for all the information systems in your organizations. Your team applies security patches to software and applications as soon as they come out. You’re not worried about viruses or malware, because, along with your blistering speed […]
With the average ransomware payment per incident continuing to rise, organizations can expect the financial impact of ransomware attacks to keep increasing in the coming years. SafetyDetectives is a group of security experts who focus on testing antivirus programs, password managers, and other cybersecurity software. They predict that by the end of 2021, the financial […]
Wreaking havoc across the globe, ransomware is not expected to slow down as a threat anytime soon. Cybersecurity Ventures predicts that by 2021, a business will fall victim to a ransomware attack every 11 seconds. This is why many organizations are focusing on quick recovery, which they most certainly should. What if you could […]
Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the last few years, you’re well aware that ransomware is a huge threat to your organization. The potential loss of data and monetary impact aren’t the only concerns. Being in the public spotlight for the wrong reasons can severely tarnish your business’ reputation. Although the situation […]
At NetApp, providing our customers with simple ways to increase their security is a top priority. Our 25+ years of innovation across our portfolio includes new security features for our ONTAP data management software. This innovation was recently recognized at the most recent Flash Memory Summit in early-August. NetApp, along with Ontrack, a leader in […]
You’re probably familiar with the saying of “Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket.” The implication being that if you do use a single basket, you’re at risk of losing all of those precious eggs. This saying has many different applications depending on what aspect of life you’re talking about. When it comes […]
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