A fully executed ransomware attack can feel like an ambush by an unrelenting opponent. It wreaks havoc on your peaceful daily business routines. This adversary is elusive, skilled in the art of cyber war, winning by consistently conceiving innovative ways to infiltrate your systems and bombard your proprietary data.
Ransomware attacks have been increasing steadily since 20201. Targeted attacks aimed to extort businesses makes this increase of great concern since companies today are data driven and fully dependent upon technology. A substantial local, national, and in some cases, even global online presence is critical to innovation and staying on the cutting-edge of one’s field. Additionally, the increase in employees working from home away from a protected office network can exacerbate company vulnerability. Small to medium sized businesses can lose, on average, $24 -$50K per year per year from cyberattacks2. Network security is essential for business continuity and success.
Most organizations are not adequately prepared to prevent ransomware or to quickly address the ramifications of a cyberattack once it has begun. Unfortunately, some companies are highly susceptible to a full-fledged network intrusion. The question is not if, but when your organization will become a target. It is imperative that your company is proactive in incorporating bulletproof cyberattack protection and network intrusion prevention that integrates the following:
- Consistent, Timely Updates
- Encryption and Data Backup
- Strong Passwords & Authentication
- URL Validation
- Firewall Security
- Blocking Unsecured Websites
- Frequent System Tests
- Employee Education (suspicious email etiquette, verification of email requests, how to recognize a secure v/s unsecured site, and more)
- Cyber Security Insurance
- Network Intrusion Detection
- Restricted Network Administrative Rights
- Robust Anti-Malware and Firewall Software
ABI can provide solutions that secure and protect your team and your systems from the threat and execution of a cyberattack. Through consistent, effective maintenance, we save you the expense of an attack through detection, repair, and prevention with increased security and efficiency.
¹https://usa.kaspersky.com/about/press-releases/2021_kaspersky-finds-ransomware-attacks-on-high-profile-victims-grows-nearly-eightfold
2https://pchtechnologies.com/cost-of-cyber-attacks-vs-cost-of-cyber-security-in-2021/
