🛡️ Ransomware Backup Readiness Checklist
Protect your SME from ransomware with proactive, tested backups.
✅ Use the 3-2-1 Backup Rule
* 3 copies of data
* 2 different storage types
* 1 offsite or cloud-based backup
✅ Store backups off-network
* Use air-gapped or immutable storage
* Prevent ransomware from reaching backups
✅ Test backups regularly
* Run monthly recovery tests
* Automate backup verification if possible
✅ Use access controls
* Enable MFA on backup platforms
* Restrict access to backup systems
✅ Set long retention periods
* Keep backups for 30+ days to catch dormant threats
✅ Encrypt and isolate backup data
* Protect backups from internal and external threats
✅ Integrate backup into your incident response plan
* Ensure fast recovery procedures are in place
✅ Review your cyber insurance policy
* Confirm backup requirements
* Identify approved recovery vendors like R3DataRecovery.com
💡 Pro Tip: Backups are only as good as your last test. Schedule one today.
