Planning for all cyber risks is important, but in making a defense strategy,  it is crucial for companies to expect to be a victim of a ransomware attack, even if it seems unlikely. (Photo: Shutterstock)

When an organization is alerted that it has been the victim of a cyberattack, time is of the essence. The next few steps could either quickly secure the company from further damage or dig a deeper hole towards destruction.

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