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Identifying and Protecting Assets Against Ransomware
Ransomware is an evolving threat to the cyber and data security of many organizations. This course provides learners with an understanding of the role identifying and protecting assets plays in protecting against ransomware attacks.
Course Overview
Learning Objectives
On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills required to:
- Understand the attacker's mindset and the ransomware "Business Model"
- Implement network segregation | anti-virus | and endpoint security
- Create a system shutdown policy | using Virtual Machines (VMs) for instant backup restore (snapshotting) and recovery of business processes and assets
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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