Learning Ransomware Response & Recovery: Stopping Ransomware One Restore at a Time

Description

Ransomware attacks are no longer a question of if-it’s a matter of when. With hackers increasingly targeting backup and disaster recovery (DR) systems, organizations need more than prevention strategies; they need a battle-tested plan for minimizing damage, forensically determining what’s happened and restoring your environment without paying the ransom. Renowned experts W. Curtis Preston and Dr. Mike Saylor offer a comprehensive guide to protecting critical systems and responding effectively when the worst happens.Whether you’re a security professional unaware of how exposed your backup systems are, or a backup admin in need of stronger security expertise, this book is your essential roadmap. With actionable advice, clear frameworks, and step-by-step guidance, it bridges the gap between data protection and cybersecurity-empowering teams to deliver decisive, effective responses when faced with ransomware. Prevent 90% of ransomware attacks with practical, simple stepsShield your backup systems from also being a victim of the attackMinimize the blast radius of attacks on your infrastructureIdentify, isolate, and restore compromised systems with confidenceDevelop and test a detailed incident response plan