Ransomware Raiders: How Backup Breaches Double Demands and Dollars

In the high-stakes world of cybersecurity, it’s backup or pay up! Sophos’ latest giggle-inducing report reveals 94% of ransomware rascals target backups—making victims’ wallets weep with demands doubling to a whopping $2.3M. Remember folks, safeguarding backups isn’t just smart, it’s budget-friendly comedy gold!

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It's like the digital equivalent of a cat burglar going after your hidden spare key—ransomware goons are now double-dipping by snatching up your backups, too. Because why just ruin your week when they can completely obliterate your sense of security and financial stability, right? Sophos's report is like a horror story for IT folks that ends with a hefty ransom note and no backup plan. Literally.

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