<aside> <img src="/icons/chess-knight_gray.svg" alt="/icons/chess-knight_gray.svg" width="40px" /> Ransomware is a type of cryptovirological malware that permanently blocks access to the victim's personal data unless a ransom is paid.

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How can we protect ourselves and our organizations against ransomware?

• Always conduct regular backups
• Install software updates regularly
• Provide security awareness training to your users
• Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

What should you do if you find yourself or your organization as the victim of a ransomware attack?

• Never pay the ransom
• If you suspect ransomware has infected your machine, you should disconnect it from the network immediately
• Notify the authorities
• Restore your data and systems from known good backups