The rise of quadruple extortion ransomware

And how to protect against it

Ransomware is nothing new, but do you know the latest tactics cybercriminals use to pressure you to pay?

Quadruple extortion ransomware is a recent attack method that’s gaining traction worldwide. Aside from encrypting your files and demanding payment, it also threatens to leak sensitive data and launch distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks.

This new article from Acronis helps you discover:

  • The evolution of ransomware attacks.
  • The phases of ransomware extortion explained.
  • Ransomware attacks beyond encryption.
  • Strategies for protecting against quadruple extortion ransomware.

To reduce the risk of falling victim to ransomware attacks, businesses must invest in cybersecurity defenses and data protection measures to quickly repel and recover from them.

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