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The Risks of Paying the Ransom Paying a ransom after a ransomware attack might seem like the easiest way out and the quickest path to recovery, but it comes with significant risks that often outweigh the potential benefits. Even with a decryption tool, theres no guarantee of full datarecovery.
If a breach happens, cyber insurance can help cover: Notification Costs: Informing your customers about a data breach. DataRecovery: Paying for IT support to recover lost or compromised data, such as restoring computer systems. For small businesses, this can be an essential safety net.
Before a breach, it’s critical to already have an emergency responseplan, including a team of key players and the tools they need to get you back online fast. . Creating an emergency response team (ERT) is a critical step I recommend organizations take before an event.
Preparation Strategies : Risk Assessment : Conduct regular risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and the likelihood of different natural disasters affecting your campus. Emergency Plans : Develop and regularly update comprehensive emergency plans that include evacuation routes, shelter-in-place procedures, and communication protocols.
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