Securing Business Emails Against Ransomware

Ransomware is a dangerous type of malware designed to block access to a victim’s computer system by encrypting critical files until a hefty sum of money demanded by the attacker is paid. The vast majority of ransomware is distributed via email.

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Ransomware

Ransomware is notorious for the devastation it can cause any organization - shutting down networks, crippling financial systems, incapacitating government services, and forcing 60% of victims out of business within six months of an attack.

Anatomy of a Ransomware Attack

While modern ransomware attacks range from simple “ransomware in a box” to customized malware designed specifically
to evade detection, attacks generally follow the same four phases:

Phase 1

Develop

Cybercriminals can easily purchase ransomware on the Dark Web or quickly launch attacks using hosted ransomware services.

Phase 2

Deliver

Threat actors launch attack campaigns, often masquerading as a known or trusted individual or organization.

Phase 3

Demand

Tricked into thinking that the email is from a trusted partner or colleague, the recipient unsuspectively opens the malicious attachment it contains. Once opened, the ransomware is activated, and payment is demanded.

Phase 4

Collect

When activated, the ransomware locks up the victim’s system until payment is made to the attackers in the form of untraceable Bitcoin. In many instances, victims never regain control of their systems - even once the specified ransom is paid.

Secures the Inbox against Malicious Attachments & Zero-Day Ransomware

Cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics, leveraging techniques such as identity deception and domain spoofing to deceive even highly trained security professionals into downloading ransomware. Zero-day ransomware attacks, which are launched with no advanced warning, do not contain any recognizable digital signature and employ advanced tactics to evade traditional detection methods, are becoming increasingly prevalent.

Guardian Digital EnGarde Cloud Email Security’s auto-learn security system employs a combination of dynamic malicious URL and attachment protection, real-time behavioral analysis, and drive-by download protection to defend against emerging ransomware attacks before they exploit unknown vulnerabilities to reach the inbox.

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Ransomware Protection for Your Users, Data, and Brand—Powered by EnGarde.

Provides Complete Ransomware Protection for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace

Despite the existing email protection provided by Microsoft Exchange Online Protection (EOP) in Microsoft 365, 85% of users have experienced an email-borne cyberattack in the past year.

Guardian Digital EnGarde Cloud Email Security’s proactive, multi-layered protection closes critical gaps that exist in the static, single-layered email security defenses built into Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, enabling businesses to reap the benefits of cloud email, while also enjoying the peace-of-mind that they are protected from ransomware and other costly, disruptive email attacks.

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Extends IT Resources to Offer Superior Ransomware Protection

Many businesses - especially SMBs - experience a shortage of cybersecurity resources and expertise, leaving them unprepared to repel a ransomware attack.

Guardian Digital’s expert ongoing system monitoring, maintenance, and accessible support provide a remote extension of your IT team, improving your email security posture and enhancing your team’s productivity with reliable, cost-efficient ransomware protection.

AT&T New Zealand


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- Simon Hickman, Security Specialist, AT&T New Zealand

AT&T

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- Omar Orellana, VP of Operations

Sansone Auto Mall

Pain-free Implementation, Exceptional Results. The team consistently showed they were fully committed to getting us up and running as quickly and as seamlessly as possible. Our stringent security requirements were implemented without incident.

- Dave Coder, Network Services Manager, Chicago Stock Exchange

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Guardian Digital provides the real-time insights and expert support we need to secure email communications, monitor threats, and improve compliance with ease. Now I can rest easy without C-level colleagues reporting real or perceived attacks.

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- John Cahill, Senior Network Security Engineer, Piedmont Natural Gas

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Our experience with Guardian Digital has been a blessing for our institution. You have a greater sense of email security with this extra layer. Interactions with support have always been met with fast and proactive response times.

- Robert Williams, Information Systems Manager, Jersey Shore Federal Credit Union

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