17 Best Practices to Protect Against Ransomware
Seventy percent of surveyed respondents in the VMware Carbon Black Global Incident Response Threat Report said they had suffered damage to their corporate image following a breach.
Unfortunately, ransomware and other malware attacks are increasing. Cybercriminals increasingly evolve their tactics by developing ransomware variants that slip by legacy malware protection. The seventeen best practices in this infographic will help you thwart these cyber-attackers. Download the infographic here.
What is the impact of ransomware on healthcare?
Ransomware attacks can significantly delay response times in healthcare. For instance, a study found that ransomware adds an extra 2.7 minutes to response times for heart attacks, which can lead to an additional 36 deaths per 10,000 heart attacks each year.
How can organizations protect their reputation from ransomware attacks?
To protect their reputation, organizations should implement an awareness and training program for all employees, as end users are often the primary targets. Additionally, 70% of respondents in a survey reported suffering damage to their corporate image after a breach, highlighting the importance of proactive measures.
What are effective strategies for preventing ransomware attacks?
Effective strategies include implementing strong spam filters, scanning and filtering all incoming and outgoing emails, and using the principle of least privilege to manage user accounts. Regularly backing up data and ensuring those backups are secure and not permanently connected to the network are also crucial steps in preventing ransomware attacks.
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