Security News > 2021 > June > 5 Tips to Prevent and Mitigate Ransomware Attacks

Making matters worse, the overwhelming majority of ransomware attacks now include a threat to leak stolen data if the ransom isn't paid, a technique called "Double extortion."
Preventing ransomware attacks requires a layered approach that combines security defenses with proactive measures to prevent ransomware from taking hold in the first place.
It does stop malware or human intruders from moving laterally within your network - a key factor in double extortion ransomware attacks.
The majority of ransomware attacks now involve either RDP credential compromise or phishing - in other words, compromised passwords.
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