Network intrusion displaced phishing as the leading hack-attack tactic last year, while ransomware continued to surge. Ransomware is one of the costliest challenges facing organizations, not least if they choose to pay a ransom. BakerHostetler’s latest Data Security Incident Response Report is based on 1,250 incidents that it helped clients manage in 2020. The firm notes that at least 20% of the incidents also had a global component. Craig A. Hoffman: Must-have defenses include next-generation endpoint security tools, backup strategy and better visibility.”]
Source: https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/data-breach-response-essentials-for-ransomware-age-a-16742