There’s Only One Thing You Can Rely on Cyber Criminals For

Cyber criminals turning on each other might sound like good news.

One ransomware group threatens another, promises to expose identities, leak data or even help victims recover their files.

It can almost look like justice.

But there is only one thing you can rely on cyber criminals for: looking after themselves.

These groups are not motivated by fairness or responsibility. They want leverage, control and profit. Even when they attack each other, the objective remains the same.

So when a criminal group claims it can help victims recover encrypted data, there is no guarantee it can — or that it will keep its word.

You are still dealing with criminals who have no obligation to follow through.

For a business under pressure, such an offer may be tempting. But trusting another attacker can expose you to further financial loss, data theft or disruption.

Prepare Before an Attack Happens

Your response to a cyber incident should never depend on the promises of criminals.

A safer approach is to have the right protections in place beforehand, including:

• Secure, tested backups
• 24/7 monitoring and threat detection
• Strong endpoint and email security
• A clear incident response plan
• Trusted IT support when something goes wrong

Cyber incidents force businesses to make important decisions quickly. Having a plan in place can help contain the damage and avoid rushed decisions that make the situation worse.

At 3PS Computer Services, we help businesses strengthen their cybersecurity, protect their data and prepare for potential incidents. Get in touch to discuss how we can help protect your business.