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  You have likely heard of ransomware. It’s a type of malware that encrypts data and blocks your access to it until you have paid a fee to the attacker. Unfortunately, ransomware has continued to spread, and it has grown quickly, becoming more sophisticated all the time.   There are constant reports of new and high-profile attacks and losses throughout the country and the world. In 2017 alone, the ransomware volumes increased by approximately 350 percent. Those who are given the task to safeguard company data must keep ransomware on their radar and it’s crucial to take steps to help mitigate the threat.   While preventing a problem is always best, there’s no security system that is perfect. This means you need to be prepared for the worst by creating a recovery plan now. Some tips to help you detect, prevent, and resolve ransomware issues can be found here.   Invest in Security Awareness Training There are several ways ransomware may get into a network;...

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