Learning Ransomware Response & Recovery: Stopping Ransomware One Restore at a Time

By W Curtis Preston and Michael Saylor

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

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1098169581
• ISBN13: 9781098169589
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: O'Reilly Media
• Length: 350 Pages