In recent years, ransomware attacks around the world have increased significantly. Indonesia is one of the ASEAN countries most vulnerable to ransomware attacks.

Ransomware is a type of malware that threatens its victims by blocking or destroying access to important data and systems until the victim has to pay a ransom. Ransomware can enter a computer in various ways, such as clicking on suspicious links, downloading unsafe files, or accessing unsecured websites.

Once the ransomware manages to enter, it will start encrypting important files on your computer. Therefore, it is important for computer users to take appropriate precautions, such as updating systems and software regularly, using robust security software, and being careful when opening emails or downloading attachments. Apart from that, carrying out regular data backups is also a wise step to protect yourself from ransomware threats.

If you are hit by ransomware, stay calm and take the following steps:

– System Isolation : Immediately isolate the infected system from your network. Turn off internet connections and local networks to prevent further spread.

– Don’t Pay : Although it may seem like a quick fix, paying the ransom does not guarantee that you will get the decryption key. Moreover, it will only empower cybercriminals to continue their activities.

– Report to Authority : Report the incident to the appropriate authority, such as the police or local law enforcement agency. This is important to help track and confront cybercriminals, as well as prevent similar attacks in the future.

– Restore from Backup : If you have a good backup of your data, you can restore your system from this backup after cleaning and reformatting the infected system.

– Use Anti-Malware Software : Use anti-malware software or ransomware removal tools to clean your system of infections and look for any traces of malware remaining.

– Update Security Systems : Make sure your security systems are updated and upgraded. This includes updating software, enabling firewalls, and using security tools that monitor suspicious activity.

Hopefully this information can help.