Nexsan's Gary Watson, Founder and VP Technical Engagement to Speak at The Knowledge Group's LIVE Webcast

CAMPBELL, CA--(Marketwired - July 18, 2017) - Nexsan, a global leader in unified storage systems, and The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, have announced today that Gary Watson, Founder and VP Technical Engagement, Nexsan will speak at a 2-hour webcast entitled Ransomware is Here to Stay: Tips & Tactics for Your Best Defense Against Attacks." This one-hour event is scheduled on August 8, 2017@ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (EDT)

Event Summary:

In the previous year, various organizations have been plagued by ransomware attacks which have brought devastating consequences on industries. Ransomware is a type of malicious computer virus designed by cybercriminals to immobilize users from accessing their systems by encrypting their infected data, until a ransom is paid. What is even more alarming is not just the rapid proliferation of this extortionate hacking, but its relentless evolution putting larger and more profitable businesses and institutions in great ordeal.

Recent surveys also show that these ransomware attacks will continue to grow as cybercriminals are getting more aggressive in developing new and sophisticated threats. Thus, it is imperative for companies to remain vigilant and proactive in setting up new security and back-up mechanisms that can easily detect and prevent these attacks. It also pays to reassess their policies and procedures in place to fend off regulatory and operational risks.

In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of distinguished professionals and thought leaders assembled by The Knowledge Group will provide the audience with an overview of the latest trends and critical issues with respect to the increasing risks brought by ransomware. Speakers will also share helpful insights and practical tips on how to develop best defense strategies against ransomware attacks.

Some of the major topics that will be covered in this course are:

Ransomware - An Overview
Recent and Notable Ransomware Incidents
Legal and Operational Risks
Latest Trends and Developments
Ransomware Detection and Protection
Best Defense Strategies and Practices

"As we've seen from recent attacks, cybercriminals are getting much more dangerous in their ability to quickly spread havoc around the world," said Gary Watson, VP Technical Engagement, Nexsan. "Organizations need a comprehensive plan to ensure they will not get caught by ransomware and forced to pay while hoping to get their systems back. It is imperative for businesses to take measures to safeguard their data from corruption and deletion, and therefore immunize themselves against ransomware."