Securing Desktops and Data from Ransomware Attacks

Ransomware remains one of the most formidable cybersecurity threats facing organizations worldwide. In this episode of the ISACA Podcast, host Chris McGowan speaks with Netwrix endpoint protection expert Jeremy Moskowitz, who explains how ransomware infiltrates and cripples desktop environments. He explains cybercriminals' tactics to exploit social engineering and system misconfigurations to gain unauthorized access, offering actionable insights on the most effective prevention and mitigation strategies. Additionally, Jeremy delivers practical advice that security teams can use to resist ransomware. He shares tips on safeguarding locally stored data, implementing robust backup solutions, enforcing strict access controls and system patching, and educating staff on common red flags associated with ransomware.  Listen & Subscribe to ISACA Podcast  Catch this episode—and more—on the ISACA Podcast Library or on your favorite podcast platform.  Connect & Learn More about Netwrix Netwrix Data Loss Prevention Solution: Learn more Follow Netwrix on LinkedIn: Netwrix Corporation: Posts | LinkedIn Additional Resources Provided by Netwrix: CISA’s Ransomware Guidance SANS Institute White Papers on Ransomware NIST SP 800-61 Rev. 2 – Incident Handling Guide Krebs on Security – Ransomware Articles