Ransomware is a major concern for many entrepreneurs. Hackers place ransomware on computers and demand thousands of euros in ransom. We have highlighted the danger several times in the past period: More and more companies are paying ransomware ransoms andGood preparation is half the protection . Yet an article by RTL news shows that SMEs in particular still underestimate the danger.
MKB-Nederland sees that ransomware is becoming an increasing problem for SMEs. SMEs often do not have an IT department like larger companies do. In addition, they are often too busy with their daily business operations.
A common thought among SMEs is that these attacks only happen at large companies. SMEs are too small and there is little to be achieved, is often the argument, but nothing could be further from the truth. The hackers shoot guns and take every company they can, big or small, it doesn't matter to them. Protection against ransomware should therefore be high on the agenda within every company.
It is unclear exactly how many SMEs have fallen victim in the past year. Many companies do not report a ransomware attack and want to continue as quickly as possible. A cybercrime spokesperson at the National Police calls on all victims to report the attack or at least report it. The more information is collected, the better the police can assist in action. The spokesperson emphasizes that any company can become a victim of ransomware. He has seen several companies fail or struggle for months to get back on their feet.
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Source: RTL News
