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Ransomware 101: What to Do When Your Data is Held Hostage

In this eBook you will learn:

  • How ransomware could hold your business hostage
  • How ransomware works: the software, the criminals, and their tactics
  • How a real-life ransomware attack was stopped

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eBook summary

Come explore the illicit world of ransomware. Is it simply an annoyance or is it a detriment to your organization? We’ll walk you through the software, the criminals, and their tactics; the debate around whether or not to pay ransoms; and provide tips to mitigate the threat. Read about a real-life ransomware attack and how it was stopped.

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