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Ransomware attacks are no longer a question of if—it’s a matter of when. With hackers increasingly targeting backup and disaster recovery (DR) systems, organizations need more than prevention strategies; they need a battle-tested plan for minimizing damage, forensically determining what’s happened and restoring your environment without paying the ransom. Renowned experts W. Curtis Preston and Dr. Mike Saylor offer a comprehensive guide to protecting critical systems and responding effectively when the worst happens. Whether you’re a security professional unaware of how exposed your backup systems are, or a backup admin in need of stronger security expertise, this book is your essential roadmap. With actionable advice, clear frameworks, and step-by-step guidance, it bridges the gap between data protection and cybersecurity—empowering teams to deliver decisive, effective responses when faced with ransomware.
Prevent 90% of ransomware attacks with practical, simple steps
Shield your backup systems from also being a victim of the attack
Minimize the blast radius of attacks on your infrastructure
Identify, isolate, and restore compromised systems with confidence
Develop and test a detailed incident response plan
Author Biography
W. Curtis Preston, also known as ‘Mr. Backup’ is the author of three O’Reilly books and the founder/webmaster of backupcentral.com, a site dedicated to backup & recovery for over 20 years. He is also the host of the independent Restore it All podcast. He is currently the Chief Technical Evangelist at Druva, Inc, a data protection as a service company.
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