Ransomware
Protect your business against ransomware
Ransomware attacks on SMBs are increasing rapidly. Globally, an attack occurs every 11 seconds. Attic helps protect your business with automated security for your Microsoft 365 environment — before it's too late.
11 sec
Interval between ransomware attacks worldwide
€4.35M
Average cost of a data breach
60%
of SMBs close within 6 months after a ransomware attack
More than just encrypted files
Ransomware is malicious software that encrypts systems and demands a ransom. But ransomware is often a symptom of a larger breach. Before the encryption begins, the attacker already has access to your network, credentials have been stolen, and data is being exfiltrated.
The real dangers
- Network intrusion — Someone has infiltrated your network
- Stolen credentials — Employee accounts have been compromised
- Business processes — Critical systems can be brought down
- Data theft — Beyond encryption, data is also being stolen
Prevent ransomware
Most ransomware attacks start with simple mistakes. With the right basic measures, you can prevent the vast majority of attacks.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
The most important fix, set up in minutes
Antivirus software
Scan systems regularly for threats
Restrict installations
Prevent employees from installing software themselves
Email awareness
Avoid links and attachments from unknown senders
Configuration hardening
Ensure all M365 settings are properly secured
Ransomware is often the symptom, not the cause
Targeted ransomware means someone has deliberately infiltrated your network. This implies stolen credentials, access to business processes, and potential data theft. The encryption is merely the final stage of an attack that may have been ongoing for weeks or months.
That's why it's crucial to not only focus on preventing ransomware itself, but on detecting the early signs of a breach. Attic continuously monitors your Microsoft 365 environment for suspicious activity and intervenes before it escalates.
How Attic protects you against ransomware
Attic steps in at the two moments that matter: the phishing email it starts with, and the account that gets taken over.
Stop phishing attacks that lead to ransomware
Most ransomware starts with a phishing email. Attic FREE blocks AiTM phishing before employees click on fake links — the first line of defence.
More about FREE24/7 monitoring and immediate incident response
Fully managed detection and response by our security team. In the event of a ransomware attack, we intervene immediately — 24/7, including forensic investigation and recovery. Attic MDR also checks over 100 security settings daily and remediates deviations after your sign-off, so a misconfiguration does not stay an open door.
More about MDRDon't wait until it's too late
Ransomware doesn't wait. Start protecting your business against ransomware today and prevent your organisation from becoming the next victim.