Posts by Brad Linch

More than 70 new features ship in v13.1, including automated Active Directory Forest Recovery, threat detection extended to more workloads, post-quantum cryptography, and Veeam Intelligence that evolves from an assistant that answers questions into an agent that investigates and acts. Read more

In May, Anthropic published a security framework called “Zero Trust for AI Agents.” And if you build, deploy, or secure AI agents, you’ll want to read the whole thing. It is one of the clearest pieces of guidance on agent security so far, and it originates from a clear leader in the space. Read more

By design, data backup functions have traditionally been siloed and hidden away. But in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the surge in ransomware attacks has brought backup and recovery functions into the light of top leadership and forced organizations to rethink their data protection strategies. No longer is data recovery just a technical necessity, but its also now a critical business continuity concern at the board level. Read more

Ransomware attacks are more sophisticated than ever, targeting cloud-based workloads and posing significant risks to organizations. These cyberthreats can encrypt critical data, disrupt business operations, and demand hefty ransoms. Tactics such as double extortion and data theft amplify this potential damage, so a solid defense strategy is essential for safeguarding your cloud workloads. Read more

Ransomware attacks aggressively target virtual infrastructure like ESXi and vCenter, exploiting vulnerabilities to encrypt data and disrupt operations. Veeam’s advanced monitoring capabilities empower organizations to detect threats early and respond swiftly, safeguarding critical data before backups are compromised. By configuring precise alarms and integrating with SIEM tools such as CrowdStrike Falcon, Palo Alto XSIAM, Rapid7, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, etc., Veeam ensures comprehensive security visibility. Read more

The recent joint cybersecurity advisory issued by the FBI, CISA, and MS-ISAC on the surge of (Cring) ransomware attacks reinforces why data backups have become an executive level concern. Read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, the ability to recover swiftly and effectively from an attack is paramount. Read more

In the ongoing battle against ransomware, companies are becoming more resilient. Reports from Coveware by Veeam and Chainalysis show a significant decline in ransomware payments in Q4 of 2024. Read more

In today's digital landscape, financial institutions face an ever-growing threat from ransomware attacks. These attacks can cripple operations, compromise sensitive data, and lead to significant financial losses. Read more

Are you confident that your backups can recover from a cyberattack? During a cyber incident do you have forensics, decryption, and negotiation services readily available to help your organization recover quickly and safely? Read more