Surgent's Anatomy of a Ransomware Event and Incident Response

Overview

The past two years have ushered in an explosion of ransomware attacks affecting businesses and individuals. Many of us read or hear about these attacks, but there is little understanding of how they occur, how a response is undertaken, and how the chances of experiencing one can be reduced. Join us to learn about these topics so you can be prepared with the best response and the knowledge to avoid common mistakes in a ransomware event.

Highlights

• What is ransomware?
• The growing threat of ransomware — statistics
• Remote working and COVID-19
• Ransomware infection process
• Incident response protocol
• Business considerations
• Legal considerations
• Breach notification obligations
• Steps to protect against malware
• Tabletop exercise

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

Anyone responsible for identifying and responding to ransomware incidents or anyone who wants to better understand the current ransomware threats for individuals and businesses

Objectives

• Avoid common mistakes regarding ransomware events
• Identify and respond to a ransomware incident

Preparation

None

Notice

This on-demand webcast can be taken at any time of your choosing and is valid for one year from the date of purchase. No live instructor is present, and an exam is required to earn credit. You must score 70% or higher to earn the certificate.

How do I access my Self-Study Package?

Visit https://www.surgentcpe.com/login and enter your username (your LCPA email address) and password. If you do not remember your password, press the "Forgot?" button to receive a password reset email. Once logged in, the page will refresh to display your account menu on the left side.