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Kansas court system nears ransomware recovery completion


Total recovery from a Russian ransomware attack in October at Kansas’ court system was noted to be imminent by state Supreme Court Chief Justice Marla Luckert following this week’s restoration of its case management system and free public portal for electronic court records, according to The Record, a news site by cybersecurity firm Recorded Future.

While electronic filing is expected to be completely restored during the next two weeks, more advanced defenses have already been set in place to expedite recovery of systems that could be impacted by a future ransomware attack, said Luckert during a State of the Judiciary speech before the state legislature. Luckert also emphasized that ransomware recovery efforts were not accelerated to ensure the safety of its citizens after confirming claims that data had been stolen from its systems.

“As these and other details emerged, it became clear we needed to implement alternative business practices to keep courts running. Courts across the state reverted to old school methods, including paper filings. We communicated to the public about how we used the paper environment,” said Luckert.

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Nutanix Strengthens Cyber Resilience With Accelerated Ransomware Detection And Recovery


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Nutanix Data Lens can detect threats within 20 minutes and delivers 1-click recovery

Adds support for Nutanix Objects, increases visibility of data across the hybrid multicloud.

DUBAI, UAE– Nutanix (NASDAQ: NTNX), a leader in hybrid multicloud computing, today announced new features in the Nutanix Cloud Platform to strengthen organizations’ cyber resilience against ransomware attacks on unstructured data. These new features, available today in Nutanix Data Lens and Nutanix Unified Storage solutions, enable organizations to detect a threat, defend from further damage and begin a 1-click recovery process within 20 minutes of exposure. The features build on the strength of Nutanix Cloud Platform to protect and secure customers’ most sensitive data across clouds.

Ransomware is a top priority for CIOs and CISOs globally, yet 93% of organizations report they need to be better prepared according to the Enterprise Cloud Index. Speed of detection is more critical now that the average ransomware attack duration accelerated 94% as threat actors become more efficient at breaching, exfiltrating, and enacting a ransomware payload compromising data. Fast data recovery is also essential since recovery can typically take days or even weeks, and incomplete recovery can impact operations long after the attack is over.

“Rapid detection and rapid recovery are two of the most critical elements in successful ransomware planning, yet remain a challenge for many organizations especially as they manage data across multiple clouds,” said Scott Sinclair, Practice Director with the Enterprise Strategy Group.“Nutanix Data Lens and Nutanix Unified Storage, Nutanix Cloud Platform now provides a 20-min detection window and 1-click recovery, with cyber resilience integrated at the unstructured data layer to simplify cyber resilience while accelerating both detection and recovery.”

Nutanix Data Lens is a SaaS-based data security solution that helps proactively assess and mitigate unstructured data security and compliance risks by identifying anomalous activity and auditing user behavior. New capabilities include:

  • Ransomware Detection and…

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One simple way to cut ransomware recovery costs in half


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Whichever way you look at the data, it is considerably cheaper to use backups to recover from a ransomware attack than to pay the ransom. The median recovery cost for those that use backups is half the cost incurred by those that paid the ransom, according to a recent study. Similarly, the mean recovery cost is almost $1 million lower for those that used backups. Despite this fact, the use of backups is actually falling.

This was one of the most prominent findings in the recent Sophos State of Ransomware survey. Let’s take a closer look at the report’s conclusions.

The state of ransomware

Sophos recently published an independent, vendor-agnostic report about the impact of ransomware worldwide. The survey included 3,000 IT and cybersecurity leaders in organizations with between 100 and 5,000 employees across 14 countries in the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific. The study was conducted between January and March 2023, and the participants responded based on their experiences over the past year.

According to the report, the rate of attacks stayed constant, with 66% of respondents reporting that they were hit by ransomware during the last year. In 2022, respondents reported the exact same percentage. While this might be a good sign, it’s notable that in 2021 the rate was only 37%.

Does size matter?

The Sophos study revealed a distinct correlation between annual revenue and the chances of being a victim of ransomware. For companies with revenue of $10 to $50 million, 56% experienced a ransomware attack in the last year. Meanwhile, 72% of those with revenue of $5 billion or more were victims of ransomware.

Surprisingly, there was no strong relationship between ransomware attacks and company headcount. The rate of ransomware attacks was consistent, with 62-63% of companies of all sizes experiencing ransomware incidents. The only exception was that companies with 1,001 to 3,000 employees had a 73% rate. One might think that larger workforces would lead to more attacks as the attack surface is larger, but this study did not find that to be the…

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Malware Attack Can Lead To Data Loss | by PITS Global Data Recovery Services | Aug, 2023


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With the rise of technology and interconnectivity, the threat of data loss has also grown significantly. One of the most dangerous culprits responsible for data loss is malware. In this blog, we will explain the world of malware, its potential consequences, and the measures you can take to safeguard your data.

Malware, short for “malicious software,” refers to a broad category of software programs designed with malicious intent. Malware is created to gain unauthorized access to systems, steal sensitive information, disrupt computer operations, or cause harm in various ways. Malware can take many forms, including viruses, worms, Trojans, ransomware, spyware, and adware.

  1. Data Theft: One of the primary objectives of malware attacks is to steal valuable data. Cybercriminals may target personal information like login credentials, credit card details, and social security numbers. In the case of businesses, sensitive customer data, intellectual property, and financial records are often the primary targets. Once in the hands of malicious actors, this data can be sold on the dark web, used for identity theft, or leveraged for extortion.
  2. Ransomware: Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts a victim’s data, making it inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Falling prey to a ransomware attack can lead to significant data loss, as organizations might lose access to their critical files and databases. Even if the ransom is paid, there is no guarantee that the attackers will decrypt the data, leaving victims in a devastating situation.
  3. Data Destruction: Some malware is designed explicitly to cause data destruction. These destructive malware types can wipe out entire data systems, rendering them unusable and causing severe data loss. Such attacks can lead to costly downtime, loss of productivity, and reputational damage.
  4. Disruption of Backups: Backups are essential for data recovery in the event of a data loss event. However, advanced malware can infect backup systems, compromising the ability to restore data effectively. If backups are not securely isolated from the network, they may also be subject to the same vulnerabilities as primary data storage.
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