Ransomware made MSPeasy

The MSP's guide to ransomware - whitepaper from Datto

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Ransomware has emerged as a serious threat to businesses and individuals in recent years. It's unlikely that attacks will be slowing down any time soon, costs to victims spiralling up into hundreds of millions of dollars.

Ransom payments are typically fairly low, so many victims choose to pay and there's little interest in malware from law enforcement. However, paying a ransom should be avoided and it represents an opportunity to educate current clients on cyber security best practices while generating new business opportunities for MSPs.

This report will explore the ransomware in existence today and how it is spread. Plus, there's practical advice from MSPs and IT security professionals about how best to communicate the risk of ransomware to your clients.

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