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    Ransomware: Ransomware is the biggest cyber threat to the UK today.

    Since 2019, the NCSC has observed a


    steady growth in ransomware incidents, affecting UK organisations of all sizes. This infographic
    re-iterates the ongoing threat from ransomware, and reminds business leaders that applying
    What you need to know NCSC guidance can drive greater cyber resilience against these types of attack.

    What is ransomware, What should business


    and how does it work? leaders be doing?
    Ransomware is malicious software Business leaders don’t
    ('malware') that prevents you from need to be cyber
    accessing your computer, or the data security experts, but
    stored on it. knowing the basics of
    During a ransomware attack, your data is how ransomware works will mean they
    normally encrypted (so that you can’t use it) can have constructive conversations with
    or it may be stolen. The attackers may even their technical experts about the threat.
    threaten to publish your sensitive data online.
    Make sure ransomware is high on
    What is the threat Attackers usually send a ransom note your board’s agenda. Cyber security
    demanding payment to recover encrypted
    from ransomware? data, often using an anonymous email
    is a board-level responsibility, and
    business leaders should be asking
    address. They will typically request payment specifically about ransomware.
    Ransomware attacks can be massively in the form of a cryptocurrency.
    disruptive to organisations, with victims
    requiring a significant amount of time Ensure that the NCSC’s guidance on
    Most ransomware is ‘enterprise-wide’, ransomware is being implemented
    (and money) to recover critical services
    and deliver against customer demand. meaning it’s not just one user or one device within your organisations. The
    that is affected, but the whole network. guidance (listed below left) includes
    They
    . may also generate high-profile
    public and media interest, especially if practical steps that organisations of all
    sensitive data stolen during the attack sizes can take to increase their
    is published. This can expose your resilience against ransomware attacks.
    organisation to long-term reputational
    damage.
    .
    Where to get more help Register for the NCSC’s free Early
    Ransomware attacks are becoming The following NCSC advice and guidance contains Warning Service, which can warn
    both more frequent and more the most up-to-date ransomware mitigations: you if vulnerable services or early
    sophisticated. The NCSC believes signs of cyber attacks (including
    that
    . ransomware will remain a major • Mitigating malware and ransomware ransomware) have been detected
    threat to the UK for the next one to two attacks: guidance for system owners on how to on your network.
    years.
    defend against malware and ransomware attacks
    • The rise of ransomware blog: a more detailed look
    Ransomware is a board-level at how ransomware threats are evolving
    responsibility. All business leaders
    should ensure it’s on their risk • Ransomware - what board members should know:
    agenda. a blog explaining the basics of ransomware for
    non-technical audiences (includes key ransomware
    questions that board members should ask their
    cyber security staff)

    © Crown Copyright 2021 www.ncsc.gov.uk @NCSC National Cyber Security Centre @cyberhq

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