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GUEST ESSAY: Too many SMBs continue to pay ransomware crooks — exacerbating the problem

The Last Watchdog

One report showed ransomware attacks increased by 80 percent in 2022, with manufacturing being one of the most targeted industries. Send out immediate notices to customers and ask them to reset their passwords, and inform them their data may be exposed to the dark web. A plan of action is vital in the case of any hack.