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Do you maintain at least one backup copy that is immutable (cryptographically protected) or logically air-gapped?
Immutability is the 1 in the 3-2-1-1 model. Without it, ransomware can encrypt every copy.
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The Ransomware Resilience Framework
Effective ransomware resilience requires a multi-layered approach that addresses prevention, detection, and recovery:
1. Immutable Backups
Ensure backups cannot be modified or deleted by ransomware. Use WORM (Write Once Read Many) storage, object lock, or dedicated backup appliances with immutability features.
2. Air-Gap Isolation
Maintain at least one backup copy that is physically or logically isolated from your network. This prevents ransomware from reaching your last line of defense.
3. Rapid Recovery
Test and optimize your recovery procedures to meet business RTOs. Practice failover scenarios regularly to ensure your team can execute under pressure.
4. SaaS Protection
Don\'t rely on SaaS providers to protect your data. Implement third-party backup solutions for Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Salesforce, and other critical SaaS apps.
Common Ransomware Resilience Gaps
- •Mutable backups: Backups stored on network-attached storage or cloud storage without immutability enabled can be encrypted by ransomware
- •Insufficient RTO testing: Recovery procedures that work in theory but take days in practice due to bandwidth constraints, missing credentials, or complexity
- •Unprotected SaaS data: Critical business data in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or Salesforce with no backup or short retention periods
- •Single backup location: All backups in one cloud region or data center, vulnerable to a single compromise or outage
- •No air-gap strategy: All backups accessible from the production network, allowing ransomware to encrypt them before you can react
- •Lack of incident response planning: No documented procedures, untested recovery plans, or unclear roles and responsibilities during an attack
Best Practices for Ransomware Defense
- 1. Follow the 3-2-1-1-0 backup rule: 3 copies of data, on 2 different media, with 1 copy offsite, 1 copy immutable/air-gapped, and 0 errors in backups
- 2. Test restores monthly: Verify backups work and measure actual recovery time against business requirements
- 3. Implement MFA everywhere: Multi-factor authentication on backup admin portals, cloud storage, and remote access prevents credential theft
- 4. Segment backup networks: Use VLANs, firewalls, or zero-trust network access to isolate backup infrastructure from production systems
- 5. Monitor for anomalies: Alert on unusual backup deletion attempts, mass file encryption, or unauthorized access to backup systems
- 6. Maintain offline documentation: Keep printed or offline copies of recovery procedures, credentials, and contact information for vendors
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Ransomware Resilience Assessment (IRRA)
Ransomware resilience is your organization's ability to withstand, recover from, and continue operations during a ransomware attack. It encompasses backup immutability, recovery speed, business continuity planning, and security controls that prevent attackers from encrypting or exfiltrating your data.
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