Ransomware has become one of the most disruptive cyber threats in recent years, targeting individuals, businesses, and even critical infrastructure. Attackers encrypt valuable data and demand payment, often in cryptocurrency, before providing a decryption key. Unfortunately, even paying the ransom doesn’t always guarantee full recovery.

How to Reduce the Risk

• Regular Backups: Keep copies of important data offline or in secure cloud storage.
• Patch & Update: Apply security updates to systems and applications promptly.
• Employee Awareness: Train staff to recognize suspicious links, emails, and attachments.
• Use Security Tools: Firewalls, endpoint protection, and email filters help block common attack vectors.

Ransomware continues to evolve, but proactive defenses—especially regular backups and strong cyber hygiene—can make the difference between quick recovery and devastating loss.