Ways to protect your Business from Ransomware
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Ransomware is a kind of malware that can control your computer and demand you to pay some ransom. They do so by threatening to reveal all your data and information or by not letting you open your computer again. About 21% of companies are usually affected by it.
Some important ways to protect your Business from unwanted Ransomware are:
Backup
- Always update and make sure that you are using the latest version.
- The backup will reduce the chance of some unwanted ransom attacks.
- Try to keep a copy of your work on another device or offline.
- This will help you to access your data even when you are attacked by it.
- Storing your information on "cloud" which acts as a server will help you to get access to the previous version of your files even when you are attacked by ransomware.
Security
- Ransomware attacks are usually seen as an email from a person or from an organization. Through which they will have access to your personal contact and later to your data if you confirm it. So, before confirming you should call the organization and verify for its policies.
- Always verify the messages that you receive before agreeing to it.
- Install an Antivirus to protect your computer.
- Check your security settings and make the necessary changes.
- Try to download files from trusted sources.
Firewall
- Switch on the firewall on your computer.
- The firewall will help you from ransomware attacks by blocking other unwanted users from gaining access to your computer.
- You can do it in both hardware and software forms.
- But do not let the hardware stay connected to your computer this will open access of your data for the cybercriminals.
Proper training
- Proper training of all your employees with adequate knowledge and practice will help you from ransomware attacks.
- Ask your employees to identify scams, mail, and messages that may contain viruses.
- “Think before you act" take a moment and think before you make a decision. If you feel something suspicious ask or confirm with other employees or higher authority.
Conclusion
Ransomware is a kind of malware that nowadays many cybercriminals use by threatening you to pay some Ransomed to regain your access to your computer. Many businesses and large and small companies are now being a victim of this. There are some ways in which you can prevent this from happening. Take the measures and go ahead and beat up your fears that block your success.
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