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The Best Defense
Against
Ransomware
Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or
network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom.
What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s
has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry.
Even with new security measures in place, ransomware groups are constantly
evolving to adapt to them and launching new ways to extort victims. As long as
these gangs successfully get practices to pay up, attacks will only continue to
increase and expand.
Luckily, there’s good news. With proper preparations, you can minimize the risk
of a ransomware attack and mitigate the impacts if an attack does occur. In this
blog, we’ll explore the best defense against ransomware and provide you with
practical steps you can take to start protecting your practices today.
Best practices and precautions
• Regularly update software and operating systems with the latest
patches.
One of the simplest yet most effective measures against ransomware is
regularly updating your software and operating systems with the latest patches
since cybercriminals often target outdated applications and systems.
Keeping your systems up to date ensures security gaps and vulnerabilities are
patched, making it much harder for attackers to find a way in.
• Never click on links or open attachments in unsolicited emails.
Phishing emails are a common tactic used by cybercriminals to trick users into
clicking on malicious links or downloading infected attachments. It’s essential to
verify the sender and email content before clicking links or downloading files. If
you ever receive an email from an unknown sender or a source you don’t
recognize, it’s best to delete it immediately and warn your colleagues.
• Back up data regularly on a separate device and store it offline.
Regularly backing up your data is an essential precaution to minimize the risk
of data loss due to ransomware. Keeping a copy of your data on a separate
device and storing it offline will help you recover your data after a ransomware
attack. It’s also crucial to test your backup system regularly to ensure the data
can be restored when needed.
 Avoiding public Wi-Fi networks
 Not downloading files from untrusted sources
 Ensuring your firewall is turned on
Follow safe
practices
when using
devices that
connect to
the internet
Anti-phishing and email security protocols and tools: These can include email filters that can
help block malicious emails before they reach your inbox.
Security awareness training: Regular security awareness training can help educate your
employees to identify and avoid phishing emails and other common cyberthreats.
Vulnerability scanning: Routine scanning can help identify vulnerabilities in your systems and
applications before attackers can exploit them.
Automated patch management: Automating patch management eliminates the need for manual
checks for outdated software/systems, saving time and ensuring your systems are consistently up to
date and secure.
Endpoint detection and response (EDR): EDR focuses on monitoring endpoints, such as
desktops, laptops and mobile devices, for suspicious activity and responding to any detected threats.
Partner to succeed
By partnering with an experienced IT service provider like us, you can have the
peace of mind that comes with knowing that you have a team of cybersecurity
experts on your side keeping your data safe. We can help you implement and
maintain best practices, tools and technologies to protect your practice against
ransomware. So, why wait longer? Contact us today and let’s start securing
your practice against attacks.
THANK YOU

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The Best Defense Against Ransomware.pptx

  • 2. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom. What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry. Even with new security measures in place, ransomware groups are constantly evolving to adapt to them and launching new ways to extort victims. As long as these gangs successfully get practices to pay up, attacks will only continue to increase and expand. Luckily, there’s good news. With proper preparations, you can minimize the risk of a ransomware attack and mitigate the impacts if an attack does occur. In this blog, we’ll explore the best defense against ransomware and provide you with practical steps you can take to start protecting your practices today.
  • 3. Best practices and precautions • Regularly update software and operating systems with the latest patches. One of the simplest yet most effective measures against ransomware is regularly updating your software and operating systems with the latest patches since cybercriminals often target outdated applications and systems. Keeping your systems up to date ensures security gaps and vulnerabilities are patched, making it much harder for attackers to find a way in.
  • 4. • Never click on links or open attachments in unsolicited emails. Phishing emails are a common tactic used by cybercriminals to trick users into clicking on malicious links or downloading infected attachments. It’s essential to verify the sender and email content before clicking links or downloading files. If you ever receive an email from an unknown sender or a source you don’t recognize, it’s best to delete it immediately and warn your colleagues.
  • 5. • Back up data regularly on a separate device and store it offline. Regularly backing up your data is an essential precaution to minimize the risk of data loss due to ransomware. Keeping a copy of your data on a separate device and storing it offline will help you recover your data after a ransomware attack. It’s also crucial to test your backup system regularly to ensure the data can be restored when needed.
  • 6.  Avoiding public Wi-Fi networks  Not downloading files from untrusted sources  Ensuring your firewall is turned on Follow safe practices when using devices that connect to the internet
  • 7. Anti-phishing and email security protocols and tools: These can include email filters that can help block malicious emails before they reach your inbox. Security awareness training: Regular security awareness training can help educate your employees to identify and avoid phishing emails and other common cyberthreats. Vulnerability scanning: Routine scanning can help identify vulnerabilities in your systems and applications before attackers can exploit them. Automated patch management: Automating patch management eliminates the need for manual checks for outdated software/systems, saving time and ensuring your systems are consistently up to date and secure. Endpoint detection and response (EDR): EDR focuses on monitoring endpoints, such as desktops, laptops and mobile devices, for suspicious activity and responding to any detected threats.
  • 8. Partner to succeed By partnering with an experienced IT service provider like us, you can have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you have a team of cybersecurity experts on your side keeping your data safe. We can help you implement and maintain best practices, tools and technologies to protect your practice against ransomware. So, why wait longer? Contact us today and let’s start securing your practice against attacks.