As we approach the one year anniversary of two prominent ransomware group collapses (Lockbit and BlackCat/ALPHV), we find the ransomware ecosystem to be as fractured and uncertain as it did in the months following these events. The Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) model remains irreversibly tarnished after the groups that pioneered this framework were exposed as being fraught with infighting, deception, lost profits, and compromised anonymity for their affiliates. Joint law enforcement actions over the last year have systematically impaired the resources ransomware actors depend on to operate. In the case of domestic threats, law enforcement efforts have even put a number of bad actors behind bars. While certain groups persist and new names continue to trickle in and out of the ransom-sphere, ... Read more

As enterprises continue to strengthen their security tactics, threat actors are continuously refining their methods to sidestep them. In 2024, advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) evolved significantly, shaping the threat landscape with greater efficiency and effectiveness. These advancements have intensified enterprise cybersecurity threats, making proactive defense strategies more critical than ever.

With the dust now settled, let’s look at the TTPs most frequently leveraged against enterprises, which proved most impactful, and how enterprises can detect these threats before it’s too late.

TTPs Targeting Enterprises Today

1. Exfiltration

The concept behind data extortion attacks is straightforward: steal sensitive data and use it as ransom leverage. Threat actors have evolved beyond traditional encryption-based attacks, finding new avenues ... Read more

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No organization is immune to cyberthreats. 75% of organizations experienced at least one ransomware attack in 2023, meaning having a robust Incident Response Plan (IRP) is no longer optional  — it’s a necessity. An incident response plan acts as your organization's defense playbook, ensuring a swift, coordinated response to mitigate damage, minimize downtime, and protect sensitive data. Read more

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As service providers continue to adapt to the ever-evolving demands of data protection, Veeam remains at the forefront, empowering partners with tools and innovations to address challenges and opportunities head-on. The release of Veeam Backup & Replication v12.3, included in the latest Veeam Data Platform, represents a major leap forward for Veeam Cloud & Service Provider (VCSP) partners. With this release, service providers can expect groundbreaking enhancements designed to improve scalability, bolster cyber resilience, and elevate their disaster recovery services.

Advancements for Service Providers with Veeam Backup & Replication v12.3

Building on the robust capabilities of prior versions, V12.3 introduces a range of features tailored to the unique needs of service providers. Plus, unlock new workloads to protect with Veeam Backup ... Read more

I am super excited to share the newest innovation for VeeamON 2025, technical workshops! Having been involved in every VeeamON, I always look to evolve the experience, and this is a program that I piloted at the Veeam 100 Summit for the last two years. See this blog post from one of the Veeam 100 members for a workshop recap from 2023 and 2024! Read more

For the past decade, Veeam has delivered innovative data protection solutions specifically designed for cloud and managed service providers (MSPs). Read more