A false sense of security
- Kaspersky's assessment revealed that 40% of web shells were found in backups, highlighting a significant security risk.
- Mandi Pietersen stresses that backup success should be measured by the ability to recover essential systems, not just by the completion of backup jobs.
- Regular testing of backups in realistic environments is crucial to ensure they can be restored successfully when needed.
The text highlights the critical importance of not just having backups but ensuring they are secure, regularly tested, and strategically managed. Organizations must adopt a proactive approach to backup management, focusing on recovery processes and data relevance to mitigate risks associated with cyber incidents.
