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Ransomware attacks: Key findings from ESG

Without an industry reference architecture or blueprint for ransomware protection, organizations are building their own strategies and processes to respond.

But with ransomware protection included with so many different security and data protection solutions, many are confused about the scope of what is to be included, who is responsible for the implementation, and who needs to be involved in the conversation.

Download this ESG report to discover key findings from a survey of cybersecurity professionals associated with protecting against ransomware attacks.

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