The rise of remote working has been a significant catalyst leading to two years of rapid Digital Transformation , but inefficient security measures and rushed policies can hinder early detection and fast response capabilities .

In September 2023 , the National Cyber Security Centre published a report observing a recordbreaking number of attacks between September 2022 and August 2023 – an increase of 153 %, and suggesting ransomware activity would persist into 2024 . The appropriate security solutions will protect and defend ; mitigating threats as well as empowering businesses with recovery tools from ransomware attacks .

Dave Adamson , CTO of Espria

How then , should companies go about securing their software and data ?

Digital Transformation has transformed the attack surface

Dave Adamson , CTO of Espria , tells us how business leaders must rethink their strategies to succeed in the midst of a ransomware pandemic .

Data and digital tools that were previously centralised on-site , with a protected network of firewalls and device log analysis , now live on the cloud . With the rapid change to a hybrid / remote work culture , businesses have understandably focused on integrating new products into their companies , but necessary security standards and governance often lag behind , meaning businesses are left unable to monitor activity and manage their networks effectively .

Most companies have integrated SaaS tools and cloud storage to allow remote workers access to services , but new architecture means more opportunities for ransomware attacks .

Businesses need hardened internal controls for data access and management such as Identity and Access Management ( IAM ), Privilege Access Management systems ( PAM ) and multifactor authentication ( MFA ) to protect business assets . Limiting the number of users with access to certain functions increases system security while allowing businesses to control and isolate risks , and manage access to high-risk data .

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