Ransom Security

What should I do in the first hour of a ransomware attack?

First of all, stop the spreading, lock the admin accounts, and collect evidence. The following actions are for recovery experts, and they should not make the situation any worse in the process.

How do I know if hackers are still in my network?

Notice unrecognized logins, weird outbound traffic, or alterations to backups. If there’s a doubt, then, it’s better to consider that they are still there and call for a professional investigation.

How long does ransomware recovery take?

If your identity is not compromised and backups are well protected, it will be a quick recovery. On the other hand, if adversaries accessed domain controllers or backups, it will be a slow recovery. The safest method is to go for a clean rebuild.

Should I pay a ransom?

There is no assurance that the ransom paid will result in working decryption keys. You still remain vulnerable. A managed restoration typically provides a more secure and long-lasting solution.

Is it possible for attackers to access my backups?

Certainly, if the backups are connected through sharing of credentials, are accessible online, or are located in mapped storage. Only immutable backups stand strong when attackers attempt to intrude upon them.