Ransomware attacks are a growing threat to businesses and organisations around the world. As cyber criminals become more sophisticated, the tactics they use to launch ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly complex. In this blog, we’ll take a look at what ransomware attacks look like today and discuss the priorities, challenges and steps involved in modernising your response.
Ransomware attacks are typically launched through malicious emails, malicious websites, or malicious software downloads. Once the ransomware is installed on a system, it encrypts the data and demands a ransom payment in exchange for the decryption key. The attackers often threaten to delete the data if the ransom is not paid.
The most common type of ransomware attack today is known as “ransomware-as-a-service” (RaaS). This type of attack is launched by cyber criminals who rent out their ransomware to other criminals. This makes it easier for criminals to launch ransomware attacks, as they don’t need to have any technical knowledge or expertise.
In order to protect your organisation from ransomware attacks, it’s important to understand the priorities, challenges and steps involved in modernising your response. The first priority should be to ensure that your systems are up to date with the latest security patches and that your staff are trained in cyber security best practices.
It’s also important to have a robust backup system in place. This will ensure that if your data is encrypted, you can restore it from a backup. Additionally, you should consider implementing a multi-layered security approach, which includes firewalls, antivirus software, and intrusion detection systems.
Finally, it’s important to have a response plan in place in case of a ransomware attack. This should include steps for identifying the attack, containing the attack, and restoring the data. It’s also important to have a plan for communicating with the attackers and negotiating a ransom payment, if necessary.
By understanding what ransomware attacks look like today and taking the necessary steps to modernise your response, you can help protect your organisation from these increasingly sophisticated threats.
