Ransomware attacks are increasingly common, with 81% of organizations expressing high concern about the risk. It's projected that by 2031, a ransomware attack will occur every 2 seconds, a significant increase from every 11 seconds in 2021. The total cost of ransomware is expected to reach $265 billion by 2031.

To effectively prepare for ransomware attacks, businesses should focus on good cyber hygiene and implement regular data backups that are continually tested for restoration. It's essential to adopt a proactive approach, as the decryption keys are not always provided when ransoms are paid. Utilizing solutions like Zerto can help organizations recover quickly and minimize data loss.

Zerto provides fast ransomware recovery, allowing businesses to resume operations in minutes. With continuous data protection, organizations can recover to a state just seconds before an attack with minimal data loss. For example, one company reduced recovery time from weeks to just 10 minutes after implementing Zerto, showcasing its effectiveness in managing ransomware incidents.