Microsoft Warns Customers of DoppelPaymer Ransomware Threat

Microsoft lists the following measures customers should take to block ransomware attacks and prevent data loss:

• Keep your Windows Operating System and antivirus up-to-date. Upgrade to Windows 10.
• Regularly back-up your files in an external hard-drive.
• Enable file history or system protection. In your Windows 10 or Windows 8.1 devices, you must have your file history enabled and you have to setup a drive for file history.
• Use OneDrive for Consumer or for Business.
• Beware of phishing emails, spams, and clicking malicious attachments.
• Use Microsoft Edge to get SmartScreen protection. It will prevent you from browsing sites that are known to be hosting exploits, and protect you from socially-engineered attacks such as phishing and malware downloads.
• Disable the loading of macros in your Office programs.
• Disable your Remote Desktop feature whenever possible.
• Use two factor authentication.
• Use a safe and password-protected internet connection.
• Avoid browsing web sites that are known for being malware breeding grounds (illegal download sites, porn sites, etc.).