Data backup security
Storage administrators are increasingly relying on encryption and other security technologies to guard sensitive data. Visit this topic section regularly to stay on top of the latest news and resources available.
New & Notable
SearchStorage writers evaluate backup’s role in ransomware detection
WannaCry, NotPetya, the list of dangerous ransomware viruses goes on and on, well beyond the most highly-publicized attacks. Use this guide to learn about the extent of the threat posed by ransomware, and bolster protection of your data, apps, and systems by using the backup strategies detailed within.
Data backup security News
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September 13, 2018
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Sep'18
CEO: Veeam database exposure fixed, investigation launched
Veeam co-CEO Peter McKay said there's 'no excuse' for the exposure of a marketing database and millions of email addresses. He said the company is being proactive in its response.
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June 14, 2018
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Jun'18
Iron Mountain data recovery adds ransomware protection
The isolated nature of Iron Mountain's latest Iron Cloud offering is important to its battle against ransomware. The Virtual Cleanroom provides an offline recovery environment.
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May 17, 2018
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May'18
Protection from ransomware requires layered backup, DR
A strategy for protection and successful recovery from ransomware includes everything from monitoring tools to offline storage. Organizations should use multiple methods.
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December 28, 2017
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Dec'17
Data protection news 2017: Security issues make headlines
WannaCry and Amazon S3 buckets put greater focus on data protection security in 2017. Converged appliances, a Veeam CEO shift and private equity deals also made news.
Data backup security Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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data loss
Data loss is the intentional or unintentional destruction of information, caused by people and or processes from within or outside of an organization. Continue Reading
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Can you recover from ransomware? Take our quiz and find out
Ransomware recovery is a complex, often expensive process. Are you prepared in the event of an attack? It may be time to ask yourself the difficult (or perhaps easy) questions. Continue Reading
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Can integrating data protection and management work?
While you may want to jump on the data management and protection train, consider first how combining the two in one product will affect your systems and users. Continue Reading
Evaluate Data backup security Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Preventing ransomware attacks is a top storage vendor claim
Storage vendors advance silly and not-so-silly claims about how data backup and protection technologies are the answer to ransomware prevention and growing ransomware fatalism. Continue Reading
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What's new with data protection systems? Everything
The next backup hardware you purchase will likely come with integrated backup software. That changes the buying dynamic and complicates the decision-making process. Continue Reading
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Use object storage technology to fight ransomware infection
Done right, object storage reduces the likelihood of a successful ransomware attack and, in some instances, lets you get data back without paying a ransom. Continue Reading
Manage Data backup security
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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4 tips for backup infrastructure maintenance
Like a car or any other important machine or device, backup architecture should have a maintenance plan. This process will help ensure the health and integrity of your backups. Continue Reading
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Want IT resiliency? Look to both security and disaster recovery
Security, protection from hackers and ransomware, disaster preparedness and disaster recovery are all means to the goal of resilient IT infrastructure and business processes. Continue Reading
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The EU's GDPR will make us better storage managers
The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation has organizations worldwide rethinking storage management to their and their customers' benefit. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Data backup security Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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What backup security measures protect against data breaches?
Backup security varies across different storage media. What works for tape-based backup may not work for disk backups, so plan your data protection strategy accordingly. Continue Reading
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Ten important steps for testing backups
Don't let missing or defective backups ruin an otherwise wonderful business day. Backup testing is a surefire way to help your business stay on its feet during a disruption. Continue Reading
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Ten ways to protect intellectual property and trade secrets
Industrial espionage is on the rise, and more data means more risk. Find out how to control the growth of data stores and secure your organization's most valuable assets. Continue Reading