To put it simply, ransomware is like a ransom note…but in software. Hackers block access to your computer system until a sum of money is paid. Malware (the name for malicious software) finds and encrypts your files and storage so that everything’s frozen. It can shut down your business, leaving you feeling like you have no choice but to meet the cybercriminals’ pricey demands. You might be wondering, how can this happen? There are several ways but a common entry point is through spam emails (phishing emails) with attachments that people unintentionally open.
It’s hefty! Research shows the average ransom that’s been paid to criminals has been $170,000. But the average total cost of the attack is more like $1.8 million. The worst bit? On average businesses end up losing around 35% of their precious data. That’s what can be really damaging to businesses.
There’s a lot of jargon to do with cyber security…we understand it can be really confusing. Our security experts are here to help you understand your options and find the right solution to protect your organisation. There are a variety of different approaches and we have all the world’s leading networking and security solutions under one roof. We’ll help you figure out what’s the best solution for your needs and your budget, so you can protect your assets in the short-term or long-term.