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3 Steps for Surviving Ransomware
State and local agencies are common targets for ransomware, making their cloud computing environments increasingly vulnerable to this cyberthreat. Before ransomware strikes, agencies should consider public clouds for their operational and security needs. This course explains how public clouds enable a shared responsibility model where vendors assume many of agencies’ compliance and security responsibilities.
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