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How to Protect Your Business from Ransomware 

Archive for January 24, 2023

How to Protect Your Business from Ransomware 

What is Ransomware? 

Ransomware is a type of malware (malicious software) that takes your files, data or computer hostage until you pay money. When a ransomware attack happens, your computer or browser  may lock up and you may see a ransomware note or your files will be encrypted, leaving you not being able to access them.

 

How does your computer get it? 

There are a few ways ransomware and other types of malware can infect your computer.

Opening links on emails from unknown sources

If you get an email from an unknown email address with a link attached, it’s better not to open it. It could be disguised as a coworker or trusted company. If something about the email seems off, check to see if there are typos in the name or email address. This can be an indicator that the email is fake. These types of emails are called phishing. 

Opening links or websites from social media messages

Like the messages that come to your email with a malware virus in them, these are often sent by people you don’t recognize or fake accounts. If a link looks suspicious, do not open it, even if it is from a family member or friend. Their accounts could have been hacked. It is better to check with them to make sure the file is safe.

Using unsecure sites 

Sites have their own protection on them. If this has been breached or it is a site set up for malicious purposes, it could put your data and computer at risk. Your browser will usually give you a warning before entering the site. If this happens, it is best to back out of the site. 



Steps to protecting your computer against ransomware

– Making sure your computer and software is up to date

– Check emails addresses and look for signs that a website could be fake before downloading anything 

– Backup your files and data 

The number one way to make sure your data is secure and protected is by having a good backup system in place. If a ransomware attack does happen, you don’t want to pay the money to get your files back, because there is no guarantee that you will get the data back. When you have a good backup system in place, you know that even if something does happen, your data is secure and can be redownloaded onto your computer. 

 

If you need help setting up a backup system for your company, contact us and one of our WesTec reps can go over the options and help you decide what is best for your company.  Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook!

 

 

 

 

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