“CryptoLocker is a joke with ZFS.”
CryptoLocker and ransomware attacks have gained prominence recently for both their frequency and their unique method of attack. Ransomware is a form of malware that infects a user’s computer, encrypts the data on it, and demands payment in exchange for restoring the files. Failure to pay means the files are destroyed forever. These attacks can be devastating and have caused millions in damages.
With the right tools, users can keep their data safe.
Todd Ladouceur is the CTO of Plextec and an enterprise FreeNAS user. In a recent interview with Michael Dexter, he shared how his company routinely combats CryptoLocker attacks by using FreeNAS and ZFS. Read more>>
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