Title: 6 Tips to Protect against Ransomware (1)
16 Tips to Keep in Mind For Protecting Against
Ransomware
2- With the advancement in technology, the need to
be wary of cyber security keeps growing. In
todays post, we take you through some of
the tips for protecting yourself against
ransomware. - Lets dive right in
- Avoid opening email attachments from unknown
sources - Opening email attachments indiscriminately could
get your devices infected with ransomware. To be
safe, only open emails that are genuinely sent to
you and from senders, you can identify. If
you are not sure whether the email was
indeed directed to you, you could call the sender
to clarify with them. Do not hesitate to delete
suspicious emails that look like phishing
attacks. If you cannot easily make a judgment,
you can consult your IT department. - Shun suspicious sites
- As you surf the internet, beware of malicious
sites that are potentially dangerous. Fake gaming
and file sharing sites are especially prone to
hidden ransomware that
3- could infect your device. Avoid downloading
free files as they could come along with the
viruses. Also, check the sites URL if it
doesnt bear the s in HTTPS, there is a
chance that they are not safe to visit.
When you must visit such potentially
malicious sites, ensure you are protected
by advanced anti-virus software - .
- Regularly update your computer system and
software - Updated computer systems and software are
especially difficult for ransomware to intrude.
Criminals are constantly searching for
potential loopholes in computer systems where
they can quickly attack and infect your
system. That is why computer system
developers regularly update and release
up-to-date systems for download. To keep
safe, keep updating to new versions of the
software you are using on your computer. - Keep your passwords to yourself
- Not always are ransomware passed through
emails or downloads there are instances
where your system is hacked and infected with the
virus. In such cases, having a solid password
could keep you on the safer side. There are also
instances when one computer is hacked and
ransomware is transferred to another computer
when the Windows Remote Desktop Protocol
(RDP) is activated. To be on the safer
side, disable this protocol when it is not
necessary. - Shut down all network connections
- If at some point you suspect that your system is
likely to be infected, immediately disconnect it
from Wi-Fi or the internet. Ransomware is
usually designed to encrypt your data and seize
it to prevent you from retrieving it until you
pay them the demanded amount. When you quickly
disconnect from the internet, you might be able
to curtail the process before the malware
encrypts all your data. Shutting down the
network will also prevent the virus from
infecting other computers in your company. If
you act fast enough, you might save the day! - Always backup your data
- The easiest way to emerge a victory out of a
ransomware attack is to always back up your
current data versions. The primary goal of a
ransomware attack is to hold hostage of your data
so that they can demand money. If you have a
backup of your
4data, you will not be intimidated by their
threats. If this idea excites you, you can always
look for backup products that match your
organizations business needs. If your device has
been taken hostage, before you pay the ransom,
you will want to see if data recovery is a
viable solution. Please feel free to contact
Taking It Mobile at (905) 597-6223 for further
details and assistance today!
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