Posts by Brad Linch

By design, data backup functions have traditionally been siloed and hidden away. But in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the surge in ransomware attacks has brought backup and recovery functions into the light of top leadership and forced organizations to rethink their data protection strategies. No longer is data recovery just a technical necessity, but its also now a critical business continuity concern at the board level. Read more

Ransomware attacks are more sophisticated than ever, targeting cloud-based workloads and posing significant risks to organizations. These cyberthreats can encrypt critical data, disrupt business operations, and demand hefty ransoms. Tactics such as double extortion and data theft amplify this potential damage, so a solid defense strategy is essential for safeguarding your cloud workloads. Read more

Ransomware attacks aggressively target virtual infrastructure like ESXi and vCenter, exploiting vulnerabilities to encrypt data and disrupt operations. Veeam’s advanced monitoring capabilities empower organizations to detect threats early and respond swiftly, safeguarding critical data before backups are compromised. By configuring precise alarms and integrating with SIEM tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon, Palo Alto XSIAM, Rapid7, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc., Veeam ensures comprehensive security visibility. Read more

The recent joint cybersecurity advisory issued by the FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC on the surge of (Cring) ransomware attacks reinforces why data backups have become an executive level concern. Read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, the ability to recover swiftly and effectively from an attack is paramount. Read more

In the ongoing battle against ransomware, companies are becoming more resilient. Reports from Coveware by Veeam and Chainalysis show a significant decline in ransomware payments in Q4 of 2024. Read more

In today's digital landscape, financial institutions face an ever-growing threat from ransomware attacks. These attacks can cripple operations, compromise sensitive data, and lead to significant financial losses. Read more

Are you confident that your backups can recover from a cyberattack? During a cyber incident do you have forensics, decryption, and negotiation services readily available to help your organization recover quickly and safely? Read more

The CrowdStrike outage disrupted critical services for many organizations, highlighting how Microsoft Windows continues to be a critical infrastructure. This incident exposed a crucial lesson: no system is immune to failure. Comprehensive backup and recovery strategies are critical to mitigate the impact of such disruptions. Read more

Ransomware attacks have a greater chance of causing data loss than any other DR event. Without visibility into the backup repositories, it will be difficult, if not impossible, to find the last known good copy of your data. Learn how Veeam's three-tiered approach to identifying clean data can help you recover faster. Read more