Ransomware can have a significant impact on an organization – from shutting down operations to the loss of years of research data. That’s why it’s critical for the U of T community to understand the risks and know how to prevent ransomware attacks.

Ransomware is a type of malware. Malicious actors use ransomware attacks to lock users and organizations out of accessing their data and infrastructure. They demand payment in exchange for returning access to this data and threaten to expose the affected data if the ransom is not paid.

To protect yourself from ransomware, it’s important to treat your personal and professional use of technology in comparable ways. Apply the following tips: