Schutz vor Ransomware

Definition des Ransomware-Schutzes

Ransomware-Schutz bezeichnet den Prozess, das Auftreten eines Ransomware-Ereignisses zu verhindernund/oder das Risiko eines erfolgreichen Angriffs zu mindern. Cyberbedrohungen in Form von Ransomware haben zugenommen und nutzen Sicherheitslücken aus, die durch Remote-Arbeit, Homeoffice (WFH) und Fernunterricht entstanden sind. Ransomware-Bedrohungen und Cyberkriminalität bilden ein milliardenschweres Geschäft der organisierten Kriminalität. Unternehmen müssen dieser äußerst schwerwiegenden Bedrohung höchste Priorität einräumen, bevor es zu spät ist.

Ransomware-Schutz gibt den potenziellen Opfern dieser gefährlichen Ransomware-Bedrohungen die notwendigen Werkzeuge an die Hand, um Cyberbedrohungen abzuwehren, die darauf abzielen, ihre Server und Daten zu kapern. Handeln Sie proaktiv und setzen Sie Strategien zum Ransomware-Schutz und zur Ransomware-Readiness ein, um kostspielige, geschäftsbeeinträchtigende und schädliche Vorfälle zu vermeiden.

Was ist Ransomware-Schutz?

As the name implies, Ransomware-Bedrohungen arise from any software (malware) that enable cybercriminals to encrypt all, or part of, an organization’s valuable data – and then hold that data for ransom. Bad actors usually demand a ransom in exchange for relinquishing their control. During the standoff, authorized users are denied access to the encrypted data.  The victim usually faces two bad choices; pay a ransom within a defined timeline to free their data, or lose it  and be forced to move on from scratch. Another danger that accompanies Ransomware-Bedrohungen is the possibility of public exposure of the victim’s private data. Such an outcome could cause profoundly severe problems with real consequences to businesses.

Ransomware protection describes the safeguards that companies put in place to avoid the nightmarish situations described earlier. The best medicine for dealing with the increasing threats of a ransomware attack is ein spezieller Datenschutz mit Ransomware-Readiness. A SaaS-delivered backup solution, or backup as a service (BaaS) can be an important part of a company’s ransomware protection strategy, by providing customers with isolated, immutable  air-gapped copies of their data that are out of bad actors’ reach. In addition, ein cloudbasierter Ansatz zum Ransomware-Schutz provides a virtual airgap as data backup services do not require physical network connections. This ensures backup and restore operations are separate and not susceptible to ransomware attacks that successfully penetrate customer environments.

Was ist Ransomware-Schutz und wie funktioniert er?

Manchmal sind die effektivsten Lösungen die einfachsten. Auch wenn der Ransomware-Schutz im Inneren komplex ist, handelt es sich um einen einfachen Ansatz für ein komplexes Problem, das Cybersicherheit, Cloud-Backup und Notfall-Recovery umfasst. Wie bereits erwähnt, besteht der richtige Weg zur Verhinderung von Ransomware-Angriffen darin, die Daten außerhalb der Reichweite von Cyberkriminellen zu platzieren. Cloud-basierte Datenschutzlösungen bieten einen virtuellen Airgap sowohl für Backup- als auch für Wiederherstellungsvorgänge.

Backups data copies are stored in isolierten, unveränderlichen Speicherorten – preventing data from being tampered, altered, or deleted. Cloud-based data protection solutions also do not require the presence of physical networks or appliances, ensuring their restore services are separate and not impacted by ransomware that penetrates customer environments. Cloud providers also offer comprehensive access control protection, encryption of data in transit and at rest, and continuously update cyberattacks detection and prevention. The foundation of a ransomware protection strategy includes:

• Creating a plan: an effective plan  includes both safeguards against attack as well as a blueprint for a reliable and speedy resumption of normal operations.
• Angriffe verhindern: Zu den proaktiven Maßnahmen gehören Sicherheitsvorkehrungen, Zugriffskontrollen und Benutzerauthentifizierung, um Daten vor Angriffen zu schützen.
• Überwachen Sie Ihre Umgebung: Regelmäßige Überwachung auf Anomalien zur frühzeitigen Erkennung von Angriffen – um deren Auswirkungen zu minimieren.
• Stellen Sie Ihre Daten wieder her: Implementieren Sie zuverlässige und schnelle Datenwiederherstellungsfunktionen, um den normalen Geschäftsbetrieb zügig wieder aufzunehmen.
• Testen Sie Ihren Plan: Führen Sie regelmäßige Tests durch, um die Einhaltung vordefinierter SLAs für Daten und Anwendungen mit hoher Priorität zu überprüfen.
• Proaktive Schulungen: Ransomware-Angreifer nutzen Phishing und Social Engineering, um in die angestrebten Ziele einzudringen. Unternehmen müssen alle Mitarbeiter regelmäßig über die Funktionsweise, die Gefahren und die Bekämpfung von Ransomware schulen.

Warum ist Ransomware-Schutz wichtig?

The number of Ransomware-Bedrohungen is on the rise, supported by a new work-from-home norm as well as distance learning vulnerabilities. Without proper ransomware readiness, companies are more likely than not to fall victim to attacks – experiencing data loss, security threats, and expensive business downtime in an era when users and businesses require their data accessible and available around the clock. In short, data protection offers organizations a shield against inevitable attacks and gives them a lifeline to safety faster after unwanted disruptions.

Vorteile des Ransomware-Schutzes

Digital data and applications are the drivers of business growth. Der Schutz geschäftskritischer Workloads vor Ransomware is vital for business survival and serves as a safety net against data loss or theft.

Business continuity. The average IT disruptions are one thing but wholesale data loss is another ball game. Ransomware protection removes the prospect of an extended business shutdown, reduces the potential for attack success and narrows the window for recovery for businesses.

Risk mitigation. Ransomware protection is a vital part of an overall security posture that every organization needs. Robust access management, anomaly detection, data encryption, hardened security and comprehensive user access controls are necessary for a successful defense against cybercriminals.

Lower costs. The cost of data protection pales compared to the costs an effective ransomware attack. Costly downtime and lofty payouts threaten to not only halt business operations but can result in permanent  customer data loss. Businesses should err on the side of proactive safety and leverage ransomware protection as a means to secure their valuable data.

Häufige Anwendungsfälle für Ransomware-Schutz

Organizations of all sizes need protection against Ransomware-Bedrohungen. Proper data protection allows customers to deploy solutions in alltäglichen Anwendungsfällen:

• Business continuity. With ransomware software, businesses can protect all of their data and configurations needed to bring business back to life following unpredictable disruptions
• Data protection. Without proper ransomware readiness, your data remains susceptible to potential loss and corruption. Ransomware protection preserves the integrity of your data and provides usable copies of lost data – to ensure you are always recoverable from attack.
• Disaster recovery. It is accepted that all businesses and IT environments could face disruptive ransomware events that could cause data loss, corruption, or disrupts IT operations. Putting a robust ransomware protection strategy in place reduces the risks associated with unplanned disruptions and ill-intended ransomware attacks

Bietet Commvault Ransomware-Schutz an?

Yes! Commvault leverages a hardened, multi-layered approach to ransomware readiness, providing robust controls to both prevent threats and ensure data is highly available and recoverable from cyberattack. With immutable, air-gapped data copies, advanced anomaly detection, and built-in encryption, Commvault comprehensively safeguards critical data across apps, endpoints, on-prem, and cloud environments. Built on Microsoft Azure, Commvault offers industry-leading durability, security, scalability, and performance, capable of protecting business data from today and tomorrow’s emerging cyberthreats.