Ransomware is a type of malicious software that locks users out of their data, making it inaccessible. Organizations face a tough choice when attacked: pay the ransom, which can be millions of dollars, or attempt to recover their last good copy of data. Without access to their data, many organizations struggle to function, leading to significant downtime and potential data loss.

Zerto provides continuous data protection (CDP) that helps organizations identify weaknesses in their cybersecurity strategies, protect data from attacks, and recover quickly from incidents. With capabilities like near-synchronous replication and the ability to restore data from seconds before an attack, Zerto minimizes downtime and data loss, allowing organizations to maintain operations even in the face of cyber threats.

Organizations should implement a robust recovery plan that includes regular testing of recovery procedures, maintaining an isolated recovery environment, and ensuring that all team members understand their roles during an incident. Additionally, using tools to detect anomalies in data changes can help minimize the impact of ransomware attacks, allowing for quicker recovery and less data loss.