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Ransomware is a kind of malware that attacks a system by blocking user access to partial or complete data on the system. The data can be locked through encryption so there is no way for a user to access the data without a decryption key, which is in the possession of the attacker. Click here to read more about it in detail!
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Tips to Prevent TIPSTOPREVENTRANSOMWARE ATTACK Make regular backups of your data, so that in the event of a ransomware attack, you are able to recover all your data without having to pay the ransom. Ensure that the backups are stored on a different network altogether. Hiring a managed IT services provider can help greatly with the backup and recovery process. When you see a suspicious email in your inbox, don’t click on the links or open any attachments in the email, no matter how tempting the message of the email may be. Chances are that it’s a phishing email presenting a malware attack (possibly a ransomware attack). Read more on phishing here: What is a Phishing Attack. Have a good firewall and anti-malware software solution in place as a security measure. Update the anti-virus software from time to time. Any extensions or plugins that you are not using should have no place in your web browser. Install security updates on your operating system and software applications regularly, reducing your system vulnerability with every update. This article here explains the role of security updates in your system security: About Pesky Security Updates.
