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Ransomware is a relentless threat to every enterprise and the attacks are becoming more frequent, advanced, and expensive. Ransomware is a form of malware that encrypts victims’ data so threat actors can demand a “ransom” in exchange for a decryption key needed to unlock your data. Even if the ransom is paid, there is no guarantee that the attacker will provide you with the decryption key. In today’s diverse and distributed IT environment, restoring your organization’s applications and data quickly after a ransomware attack is a significant challenge. Reliable backup and recovery are a crucial line of defense against ransomware.