Security News > 2021 > August > Ransomware demands and payments reach new highs
SEE: Ransomware attack: Why a small business paid the $150,000 ransom.
Though ransomware gangs may not necessarily employ all four tactics in one attack, they will certainly turn to more than one, such as encryption and the release of data or encryption and denial of service attacks.
Looking into its crystal ball, Unit 42 expects ransomware attacks to continue to gain momentum as criminals add other tactics to the mix.
With payment demands surging higher and cybercriminals becoming more aggressive, how can organizations better protect themselves against ransomware attacks?
"Keeping your organization safe from falling victim to a ransomware attack requires a fundamental shift away from detection and remediation toward preparation and prevention," John Martineau, principal consultant for Unit 42, told TechRepublic.
If a ransomware attack does hit your organization, what steps should you take?