Cybersecurity and Compliance Management Evangelist (in the disguise of CEO) | Helping businesses improve their cybersecurity maturity level and keep bad actors off their stage!
💣 Ransomware: It’s Not If, It’s When—Are You Ready? 🚨 A single ransomware attack can bring your business to a standstill—are you prepared to recover? Ransomware isn’t just targeting large corporations anymore—small and mid-sized businesses are now the #1 target. Attackers encrypt company data and demand payment to restore it, leaving businesses scrambling. The question isn’t if you’ll be targeted, but when—and how prepared you are to respond. 🔎 How Ransomware Infections Happen 🛑 Phishing Emails – A single click on a fake invoice or email attachment can launch an attack. 🛑 Compromised Credentials – Weak or stolen passwords allow hackers to access your network. 🛑 Unpatched Software – Outdated systems and applications create entry points for attackers. 🛡️ How to Protect Your Business from Ransomware ✅ Back Up Everything (And Keep an Offline Copy) – Cloud sync alone isn’t enough—ransomware can encrypt files stored in OneDrive, SharePoint, or Google Drive. ✅ Use Endpoint Protection & DNS Filtering – Solutions like EDR/MDR and DNS filtering stop ransomware before it reaches your network. ✅ Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) – Prevent unauthorized access, even if passwords are stolen. ✅ Train Employees to Recognize Phishing – Most attacks start with one bad click. Ongoing cybersecurity awareness training is critical. ✅ Have a Ransomware Incident Response Plan – Know who to call, how to contain the infection, and how to recover without paying the ransom. 💡 Pro Tip: Paying the ransom doesn’t guarantee data recovery. Businesses that pay often get hit again because attackers know they’ll pay. Prevention and recovery planning are your best defenses. Would your business survive a ransomware attack? If you’re not 100% sure, let’s talk! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eBhAd9QH #RansomwareDefense #CyberSecurity #DataBackup #CyberTips
