Ransomware Awareness

💻 Ransomware Awareness 🛡️

Ransomware is one of the fastest-growing cyber threats — locking you out of your files and demanding payment for access. These attacks can hit anyone: individuals, small businesses, and even major corporations.

⚠️ How Ransomware Works:
1️⃣ You click a malicious link or open an infected attachment.
2️⃣ Malware encrypts your files and systems.
3️⃣ Hackers demand payment — often in cryptocurrency — to “unlock” your data.

🚨 Warning Signs of Ransomware Infection:
🔸 Files suddenly become inaccessible or have strange extensions
🔸 A ransom message appears on your screen
🔸 Slow system performance or suspicious background processes

🛡️ Protect Yourself & Your Business:
✅ Keep regular, offline backups of critical data
✅ Don’t open attachments or links from unknown senders
✅ Keep software, OS, and antivirus up to date
✅ Train employees to recognize phishing and suspicious emails
✅ Implement Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) solutions

💡 Did you know?
Average downtime after a ransomware attack is 21 days — prevention is priceless.