Ransomware continues to spawn dramatic headlines in the media, from the Dark Web to The New York Times. IT administrators and security professionals, right through to the C-suite and the board, fear the business disruption, damage to reputation, and escalating costs that come with malware. Facing pressure from boards and governing bodies, organizations are scrambling to protect themselves from this escalating threat. Ransomware has been declared a clear and present danger by the U.S. Department of Justice. Cyber insurance premiums are soaring. There’s been a 116% increase in ransomware attacks this year.
