Can you recover your data after a ransomware attack without paying the ransom? Often yes, because ransomware encrypts files, it does not erase them: they stay on the disk, unreadable without the key. This guide explains what ransomware really does, why the direct decryption of a recent strain is out of reach, and above all what a recovery laboratory can still save without ever contacting the criminals: deleted but not overwritten RAIDs, snapshots (Shadow Copies), partially encrypted files, forgotten backups. You will find the steps to take in an attack (shut down, isolate, overwrite nothing), an honest decision on whether to pay, the shift toward blackmail by disclosure, your legal obligations in Switzerland (FOCS, nFADP) and the only real safeguard: an offline, immutable and off-site backup.

Malicious QR codes bypass all your anti-spam filters. Discover how quishing targets your employees and the 5 essential steps to protect your Swiss SME from this rapidly growing threat.

The guide that transforms cybersecurity into 9 concrete actions for Swiss SMEs 10-250, with a 30/60/90-day plan adapted for both managers and IT teams (two reading paths).

Automatic updates are the simplest and most effective cybersecurity measure to protect your Swiss SME: a one-time setup of just a few minutes is enough to block cyberattacks that exploit known vulnerabilities. According to the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), 60% of cyber incidents affecting Swiss SMEs exploit unpatched software flaws. Discover how to configure this essential protection without disrupting your daily operations, with solutions tailored to the realities of Swiss SMEs and the requirements of the revised Federal Act on Data Protection (nLPD).

A weak password exposes your accounts, identity, and finances to cyberattacks in seconds. This practical guide explains exactly how to create memorable and unbreakable passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and adopt sustainable digital hygiene — without being a computer expert.

Public WiFi exposes Swiss SMEs to cyberattacks that are invisible but very real. Discover 5 concrete measures to protect your business data on the go and maintain business continuity.

Anti-phishing training is the process by which employees learn to identify and report phishing attempts via email, thereby reducing the risk of a successful cyberattack. According to the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report, 68% of data breaches involve human error—meaning your teams are both your biggest vulnerability and your best line of defense.

Every company knows that cybersecurity is paramount. Yet, 95% of IT security incidents are caused by human error (IBM Security, 2023). Employees well-prepared to detect phishing form the most effective protection against cyberattacks. The good news? Training them has never been easier, faster, or more positive. PhishTrainer is designed for this: transforming individual vigilance into a collective strength, in less than 10 minutes of setup.

In order to fraudulently obtain over one billion dollars in 2016, hackers did not hesitate to flood the world with infected emails. More than 40% of global spam contains a ransomware.

As we mentioned in a previous note, SOS Data Recovery has launched a new service called "forensic computer," focused on finding evidence on computer equipment.

It is in this context that we followed with interest a study that ranked different European cities according to their vulnerability to cybercrime.

With the widespread adoption of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile computing devices that allow users to be reached, consult, and respond to emails virtually anywhere, companies are increasingly facing security problems.