At Adaptive, we know firsthand the devastating impact of ransomware attacks. Over the years, we’ve seen businesses of all sizes suffer from data loss, revenue disruption, and reputational damage due to ransomware. Unfortunately, no business is immune to the threat of ransomware, and medium-sized businesses are often the most vulnerable.
We’ve put together this guide to help medium-sized businesses survive a ransomware attack. We’ll walk you through the steps you should take to prevent an attack, prepare for one, and recover from one.
Prevention
The best defense against ransomware is a strong offense. That means taking steps to prevent an attack from happening in the first place. Here are a few tips to get you started:
- Educate your employees: The majority of ransomware attacks start with a phishing email. Make sure your employees know how to identify and report suspicious emails.
- Keep your software up-to-date: Ransomware attackers often exploit vulnerabilities in outdated software. Make sure all of your software is up-to-date and patched.
- Use strong passwords: Weak passwords are easy for attackers to guess. Make sure all of your accounts use strong, unique passwords.
Preparation
Even with the best prevention efforts, it’s still possible for your business to fall victim to a ransomware attack. That’s why it’s important to be prepared. Here are a few steps you should take:
- Back up your data: Regularly backing up your data is essential. In the event of an attack, you can restore your data without paying the ransom.
- Have a plan in place: Make sure you have a plan in place for what you’ll do in the event of an attack. This should include steps for isolating infected systems, notifying employees, and contacting law enforcement.
- Test your plan: Regularly test your plan to make sure it’s effective and up-to-date.
Recovery
If your business does fall victim to a ransomware attack, it’s important to take the right steps to recover. Here’s what you should do:
- Isolate infected systems: Immediately isolate any infected systems to prevent the ransomware from spreading.
- Restore from backups: Use your backups to restore your data and systems. Make sure you test your backups regularly to ensure they’re working.
- Contact law enforcement: Report the attack to law enforcement and provide any evidence you have.
At Adaptive, we’ve helped countless medium-sized businesses recover from ransomware attacks. With the right prevention efforts, preparation, and recovery plan, your business can survive a ransomware attack too. If you need help getting started, we’re here for you. Get in touch with us today to learn how we can help you protect your business from ransomware.