FTC shares ransomware defense tips for small US businesses

guest · Nov 12, 2021

FTC shares ransomware defense tips for small US businesses
November 12, 2021
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The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has shared guidance for small businesses on how to secure their networks from ransomware attacks by blocking threat actors' attempts to exploit vulnerabilities using social engineering or exploits targeting technology.

The first step businesses are advised to take to fend off such attacks is to ensure their tech teams follow the best practices outlined by CISA in this Ransomware Guide and the Fact Sheet on Rising Ransomware Threat to Operational Technology Assets.

"One key protective step is to set up offline, off-site, encrypted backups of information essential to your business," the FTC said. "This isn't something to save for a slow day at the office. Your IT team should immerse themselves in the latest advice from CISA and other authoritative experts."
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The second step, addressing the employees' exploitable human nature, is to train their staff to recognize the tricks ransomware operators use to infiltrate their target's network, including phishing messages that deliver malware designed to deploy backdoors on infected systems.

"In addition, educate your staff on the folly of using the same password on different platforms, and consider the many benefits of multi-factor authentication," the US government agency added.
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FTC: Ransomware risk: 2 preventive steps for your small business

Step #1. Make sure your tech team is following best practices to fend off a ransomware attack.
Step #2. Schedule a security refresher for your employees.

Looking for the FTC’s big picture perspective? Read Ransomware prevention: An update for businesses. The FTC also has to-the-point resources you can incorporate into your in-house security training program.
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