Strategies for Active Defense against Pre-Ransomware and Ransomware Attacks

SANS Ransomware Summit 2024
Defending Against the Cyber Siege: Strategies for Active Defense against Pre-Ransomware and Ransomware Attacks
Syed Zaidi, Senior Incident Response Analyst, Sophos

As the threat landscape continues to evolve, organizations face an ever-growing risk of falling victim to ransomware attacks. These malicious attacks not only jeopardize sensitive data but also threaten business continuity and financial stability. In this talk, we delve into the proactive strategies essential for defending against both pre-ransomware and active ransomware attacks. …

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