How to react to a ransomware attack

November 30, 2018

Cyber criminals use ransomware to take control of your data or systems. They offer to release them if you pay them a ransom. The National Crime Agency (NCA) strongly advises you not to pay. Many victims never get their data back and known ‘payers’ are often targeted again. Read the National Crime Agency’s guidance. Tell us. Under our rules you need to tell the FCA as soon as you know of ‘material’ cyber incidents which affect your firm. This is covered under Principle 11 and relevant provisions in SUP 15.3 of the FCA Handbook.

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Keeping data safe and secure has never been more important or challenging. Vida is a VC-backed company headquartered in New York City. We advance the digital security technologies used around the world everyday to create a safer, simpler and more secure digital future. Our growing team of engineers builds cutting-edge encryption key and identity management software designed for deployment in any technical environment with unparalleled levels of both protection and ease-of-use.

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