What is Ransomware

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer where the attacker provides a method for the victim to pay to unlock the files, hence the name.

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What is Ransomware?

Ransomware is a type of malware that encrypts files on a computer where the attacker provides a method for the victim to pay to unlock the files, hence the name.

As an end-user, you are in a key position to minimize the threat from ransomware. Like other malicious software, ransomware often requires an action from an end-user to get installed, such as clicking a link, downloading a file, or activating a program to run.

Minimize the threat of ransomware

DO NOT click on links in unverified emails or other electronic communications.

DO NOT download attachments in unverified emails or other electronic communications.

DO NOT try to circumvent security software.

DO ensure that you have a backup of critical data.

DO keep your computer and applications up to date.

DO report any suspicious communications to your IT staff.
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DO NOT click on links in unverified emails or other electronic communications.
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DO NOT download attachments in unverified emails or other electronic communications.
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DO NOT try to circumvent security software.
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DO ensure that you have a backup of critical data.
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DO keep your computer and applications up to date.
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DO report any suspicious communications to your IT staff.

If you think you have been compromised with ransomware, notify your IT staff immediately.

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