In recent years, Ransomware has become one of the most serious threats for companies and organizations worldwide. From small businesses to large corporations and government institutions, no one is safe from these cyber attacks. The ransomware is a type of malware that figure the victim’s data and demands a payment to release them. This problem not only compromises systems safetybut also puts at risk the operation of organizationsgenerating serious financial, operational and reputational consequences.
Ransomware: a threat in constant evolution
The statistics are alarming. According to recent reports, Ransomware attacks have increased both frequently and sophistically. Cybercriminals do not discriminate: companies of all sizes and sectors have been affected. In 2024, 59% of organizations surveyed in the “Sophos 2024 – State of Ransomware” report reported having suffered at least one attack. Although medium and large companies are frequent objectives, small are not exempt: 47% of them have also been victims.
The impact of these attacks goes beyond the temporary interruption of services. Even if the rescue is paid, there is no guarantees that the data is recovered or that the stolen information is not used or sold. Besides, Inactivity time can paralyze operations for days or weeks, generating economic losses and reputational damages They can be irreparable.
What is the real impact of a ransomware attack?
The consequences are multiple. The direct financial impact includes the rescue (which has gone from $ 400,000 in 2023 to 2m $ in 2024, according to the aforementioned report), forensic research costs and systems restoration. In addition, depending on the country and the sector, Fines can be applied due to breach of data protection regulations. To this are added indirect effects, such as loss of customer confidence, damage to reputation and lost commercial opportunities during the time of inactivity.
The dependence of digital technologies means that any interruption has a domino effect. For an SME, this can be translated into days without income, while, in large corporations, it can affect global supply chains. In the case of government entities, attacks can compromise national security or interrupt essential public services.
How to protect from ransomware?
In an increasingly interconnected world, Cybersecurity is a critical investment to guarantee the operational continuity and survival of companies. Although the risk of ransomware cannot be completely eliminated, it is possible to reduce it significantly with a proactive strategy.
Organizations must implement regular and reliable backup copies, keep their systems updated, train employees in safe practices and ensure their networks. However, even with these measures, many companies remain vulnerable.
Is this all, you can’t do something else?
A key factor is the homogeneity of operating systems in business environments. Most companies use Microsoft Windows, which makes it a main objective for cybercriminals. If all the equipment of a company uses the same system, a directed attack can easily compromise them.
A very effective solution is to diversify technological platforms in jobs. Although historically this has presented challenges for IT teams, in 2025, compatibility between platforms (Windows, Macos and Linux) is no longer a problem. Corporate management tools are compatible with all of them, which facilitates the integration of different systems.
Incorporating Apple Mac devices in an environment dominated by Windows not only diversifies the platforms, but also adds an additional security layer. Mac have advanced protection technologies, combined with their recognized ease of use and productivity.
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