What This Checklist Covers
This security resource provides a structured threat-informed defence strategy by detailing how ransomware attackers operate across three key stages:
Reconnaissance, Initial Access & Persistence – How attackers gain access to your systems through phishing, external remote services, and public-facing vulnerabilities.
Defence Evasion, Privilege Escalation & Lateral Movement – How attackers bypass security controls, escalate privileges, and move within your network.
Collection, Exfiltration & Impact – How attackers exfiltrate data, encrypt files, and demand ransom.
Who is This For?
Cybersecurity professionals
Security architects & engineers
Incident response & threat intelligence teams
IT & risk management leaders
Organisations prioritising ransomware defence