Episode 68 — Ransomware: Controls, Backups, and Playbooks
Ransomware has transformed from nuisance to national security issue, and this episode explores how to counter it systematically. You’ll learn how attackers deploy encryption to deny access, how double-extortion tactics raise stakes, and why paying ransom rarely ensures recovery. The discussion then transitions to preventive controls—patching, privilege separation, and continuous monitoring—that reduce exposure. We explain how segmentation, offline backups, and immutability break the attacker’s leverage and allow for rapid restoration.
Listeners will also discover the importance of playbooks and rehearsed incident response. We detail what containment looks like during a ransomware outbreak, how to preserve forensic evidence, and when to engage law enforcement or insurance providers. The episode ties each element back to the GSEC exam’s operational risk management themes, showing that successful defense depends on foresight, preparation, and a disciplined recovery process—not just on technology. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
