How do you get Ransomware? (Level 1)

How do you get Ransomware? Most malicious software utilizes one of the most insecure and insecure-able aspects of the computing environment. The User. Yes, you and your coworkers are the most vulnerable part of your network.  Social engineering, in the form of “Phishing” and it’s evil son “Spear-Phishing”.  I’ll save the deeper dive on those for another post, but just think of them as attacks designed to get you to click on a file or link that you shouldn’t.  An email with an attachment from someone you don’t know is by far the most common Ransomware method of attack.  HR departments will get an email with an attachment that is titled “resume.doc”, or Sales will receive an email with an attachment that is titled “PurchaseOrderRush.doc”.   2016-12-17 MDux