Ransomware Attacks: Best Practices for Defense & Response

Cyber Security America · Apr 25, 2023 · 58m

In the 14th episode of Cyber Security America, we explore one of the most devastating threats that small and large business face today. Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Malicious actors then demand ransom in exchange for decryption. In recent years, ransomware incidents have become increasingly prevalent among the Nation's state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) government entities and critical infrastructure organizations. Ransomware incidents can severely impact business processes and…