Defense in Depth Protecting Your Backups from Ransomware
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Feb 13, 2025 
DJ Schleen, a former distinguished security architect at Yahoo, and Heath Renfrow, co-founder of Phoenix 24 specializing in ransomware recovery, bring valuable insights on protecting backups. They discuss the rising threats of ransomware and the need for proactive backup strategies. The duo emphasizes the importance of rigorous testing and collaboration in improving data resilience. They also delve into real-world case studies, highlighting common pitfalls organizations face and the necessity for robust recovery solutions to combat cyber threats effectively.
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Test Backups Thoroughly
- Test your backup recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies regularly.
- Include the human element in your scenario planning and be creative, imagining worst-case scenarios.
Backups: Cornerstone of Resilience
- Backups should be the cornerstone of resilience, not just recovery.
- Immutable backups, segmented from production, are crucial for thwarting ransomware.
Prioritize Immutable Backups
- Prioritize backups as the most essential security control.
- Adopt a 3-2-1 backup strategy (or a 5-4-1 approach) and ensure backups are truly immutable.