Ransomware attacks are part of the cost of doing business

The Morning Brew (05/05/2022)
  • A recent survey of 1,200 corporate security leaders found that 79% of their companies have been targeted by ransomware attacks.
  • 35% of these attacks resulted in the loss of systems and data access.
  • Many said they’re running ongoing “fire drills” to constantly test their networks vulnerability.
  • Most hacks occurred via business e-mail compromise; the second-most common attacks derived from intercepted employee login credentials.
  • Most companies strive to be more secure than their peers.
  • “You don’t have to outrun the bear, just outrun the other campers”.