Securing Desktops and Data from Ransomware Attacks
From ISACA Podcast by ISACA Podcast
May 15, 2025 · 40 min · Episode 310
About this episode
This episode discusses ransomware threats and prevention strategies with expert Jeremy Moskowitz.
Ransomware remains one of the most formidable cybersecurity threats facing organizations worldwide. In this episode of the ISACA Podcast, host Chris McGowan speaks with Netwrix endpoint protection expert Jeremy Moskowitz, who explains how ransomware infiltrates and cripples desktop environments. He explains cybercriminals' tactics to exploit social engineering and system misconfigurations to gain unauthorized access, offering actionable insights on the most effective prevention and mitigation strategies. Additionally, Jeremy delivers practical advice that security teams can use to resist ransomware. He shares tips on safeguarding locally stored data, implementing robust backup solutions, enforcing strict access controls and system patching, and educating staff on common red flags associated with ransomware. Listen & Subscribe to ISACA Podcast Catch this episode—and more—on the ISACA Podcast Libraryor on your favorite podcast platform. Connect & Learn More about Netwrix Netwrix Data Loss Prevention Solution: Learn more Follow Netwrix on LinkedIn: Netwrix Corporation: Posts | LinkedIn Additional Resources Provided by Netwrix: CISA’s Ransomware Guidance SANS Institute White…
People in this episode
Host: Chris McGowan
Guest: Jeremy Moskowitz
Topics covered
- ransomware
- cybersecurity
- endpoint protection
- data loss prevention
- social engineering
- system security
Keywords
- ransomware
- cybersecurity
- endpoint protection
- data loss prevention
- social engineering
- access controls
- backup solutions
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Netwrix, CISA, SANS Institute, NIST, Krebs on Security
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