07-18-2018
05:44 AM
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07-18-2018
05:44 AM
We really can't help you decide whether your work is worth paying a ransom for. I can tell you that it takes a great deal of time(weeks) to format and repair an entire computer system because, when I suspected last summer that my computer had been compromised, that is what I did with several of my computers.
Looking forward, I recommend:
- Image your system or create restore points regularly. (each time you install software or updates for example)
- Keep true copies of your data files offline or in the cloud. Do this at least daily and don't use the same storage device every day. Don't just rely on BAK files or application backup files because they don't contain up-to-date information. Discipline yourself to backup your files to the cloud or to offline storage (external drives that are kept disconnected 99% of the time). By keeping 3 to 5 copies of your data, it becomes less likely that ransomware will do much more than waste of few hours of your time. I use Microsoft's Sync-Toy to back up my data. It synchronizes folders and gives you a list of changed files before acting so that if you sense that files you haven't worked on have been changed, then you skip the sync and recheck the health of your system.
- Budget enough to keep a second offline computer ready to run with all your data and applications.
- Keep your virus and firewalls up to date.
- Use sensible safeguards when surfing the net and when opening emails. Keeping a separate virtual machine in which to open your emails and do surfing might be good protection.
Architect, Registered NC, VA, SC, & GA.