As noted by Kaspersky Lab, news stories about ransomware are becoming a daily event. Hospitals, government agencies and individuals have all been hit by this growing menace, and the threat is only going to grow.

Typically, ransomware will either lock the computer to prevent normal usage or encrypt the documents and files to prevent access to the saved data. Specifically, ransomware…

• Prevents you from accessing Windows and other devices
• Encrypts files so you can’t use them
• Stops certain apps from running

As cybercriminals learn just how effective this method of extortion is, Kaspersky Lab experts predict that ransomware attacks will become increasingly targeted at organizations most likely to pay.

According to Kaspersky Lab, only 37% of companies consider ransomware a serious danger. “This means most companies have their guard down, and cybercriminals know it. Crime of any kind thrives on complacency, and ransomware is no different.”

By learning the tactics behind ransomware, you can stop an attack from happening in the first place. Download the 10-page Kaspersky Lab eBook, Ransomware: All Locked Up and No Place to Go, to learn the key facts you need to know, such as:

• How ransomware works
• Whether or not you should pay the ransom
• Tips for protecting your company from ransomware

Need help reducing the risks posed by ransomware? DataLink’s security experts have you covered. Contact us today: 410.729.0440 or sales@DataLinkTech.com.