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How MSPs Can Protect Your Business From Ransomware

By July 21, 2020No Comments6 min read
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Ransomware is still the biggest threat to businesses. If you don’t know about ransomware, then you should know that it is a malicious program that can block you from entering your system. You need to pay money to hackers for unlocking your systems. Sometimes they will delete your data even if you have paid the ransom. It is easy to undo some simple ransomware attacks. However, it is very difficult to deal with advanced ransomware attacks. It is almost impossible for companies to recover their files until they have the decryption password. Also, you can’t trace transactions as attackers are using Bitcoin.

Does my business need Ransomware protection?

Ransomware can target anyone that has a computer. Thus, ransomware protection is very important for businesses. Ransomware attack has become famous due to the rise of cryptocurrency like Bitcoin. Attackers are mainly using spam emails for spreading this malware. The most common type of ransomware used by attackers is CryptoLocker. They are also using advanced ransomware like WannaCry for attacking organizations.

Can Ransomware malware target your backup?

The main feature of advanced ransomware is that it can automatically delete all the backups. Thus, you can’t recover your files by restoring your system. It can also spread to other computers that are connected to your network. Ransomware will look for files with specific types and it will encrypt these files. It can look for critical files in your system. In fact, the main of ransomware is to infect as many systems as it can. However, not every backup is vulnerable. Experienced MSPs like Bleuwire can help you in protecting your backups and systems from these ransomware attacks.

How MSPs can help you in Preventing Ransomware attacks?

Attackers are using ransomware to even attack small and medium-sized businesses. SMBs don’t have access to an IT security team. Thus, they should consider working with an experienced MSP like Bleuwire. They can help you in protecting your systems from ransomware attacks.

  1. Advanced Security Procedures to Minimize Risks

Ransomware is just another type of malware. You need to ensure that you are using antivirus software in all your systems. MSPs will first install antivirus software in all your workstations. This will act as the first line of security.

MSPs will also use DNS filtering for deterring your users from accessing spam websites. DNS filtering will redirect your traffic from a security solution. This will help you in protecting your network from threats. It will ensure that your users are not accessing malicious sites.

  1. Better Email Security

Most attackers are using emails for sending ransomware. Thus, you must use email security solutions for protecting your employee’s inbox. It will also stop ransomware from causing any damage to your systems.

Many SMBs think that they protect their employee’s email by using a spam filter. However, you should use a multi-layered security approach for dealing with this issue. Experienced MSPs like Bleuwire can provide you with advanced email security tools. These tools will check for unsafe attachments and links.

  1. Updating and Patching

The best way to protect your systems is by installing the latest security risks. This will help you in reducing the possibility of ransomware attacks. MSPs will ensure that all your systems are up-to-date. They will install all the security patches in your systems. This will ensure that you can don’t need to manually update your systems.

  1. Training your employees

If you want to protect your systems, then you should start by training your employees. Make sure that they know about potential threats and cybersecurity. This will ensure that they will use their applications and devices responsibly.

Sometimes your employees can use third-party tools for completing their tasks first. They might use their personal email for sending files to your clients or they can store your system files in their storage drives. They might not know about the impact of these actions.

Experienced MSPs like Bleuwire will provide education to your employees. They will ensure that your employees know about the latest security threats. It is also important to test the knowledge of your employees. This can be done by running various simulations. You need to track the responses of your users. Organizations can use this information for rewarding their employees. If your employees are identifying threats correctly, then you should reward them. These employees will ensure that your system is protected.

  1. Regular Backups

Your systems will always remain vulnerable to ransomware attacks even if you are using the latest security defenses. Experienced MSPs already know this and they will try to ensure that you can always restore your data. You will be given access to both cloud-based and local backups.

Also, you need to look for cloud-to-cloud backup solutions. For example, MS is trying their best to protect Office 365 users. It is very difficult to hack Office 365 accounts. However, your user can still get infected if they upload a malicious file in their OneDrive. They can infect your entire cloud infrastructure. Only an experienced MSP can help you in this situation. They will ensure that all your files are protected.

  1. Monitoring

MSPs will regularly monitor your IT environment for vulnerabilities. They will equip your systems with the latest security solutions. These security solutions will automatically respond to security threats like ransomware. If someone is attacking your system, then these tools will immediately inform you. Also, it will remove that system from your corporate network. This will ensure that it can’t infect other systems. They will run an antivirus scan for checking your systems. This will help you in mitigating the damage. Also, it will protect other systems at the same time.

Conclusion

Ransomware is becoming a big threat to SMBs. Thus, both individuals and SMBs should consider working with a good MSP. Experienced MSPs like Bleuwire can protect your systems from attacks. They will remove malware from your systems. Also, they will train your employees about basic security practices. They will help you in beating hacking attacks. Your provider will also regularly monitor your system for intrusions. If you need more information regarding IT security services, then you can contact Bleuwire.

Contact us today to learn about Bleuwire™  services and solutions in how we can help your business.