2021 Ransomware Survival Guide

Ebook

Published June 2021

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Ransomware is an old threat that persists as a modern-day problem. This type of malware—which gets its name from the payment it demands after locking away victims’ files— is a major issue for any organization that relies on IT. It’s one of today’s most disruptive types of cyber attacks, putting victims out of business, forcing hospitals to turn away patients, and bringing entire city governments to a standstill.

Despite a sharp decline in the overall volume of ransomware attempts from historical peaks, the number of organizations experiencing ransomware attacks increased by 15% over one year and have more than tripled in frequency over two years, according to the Ponemon Institute. Aside from the ransom itself (assuming victims pay), these attacks can exact a heavy toll: business disruption, remediation costs and a diminished brand.