Learning Ransomware Response & Recovery

Stopping Ransomware One Restore at a Time

By: W. Curtis Preston, Michael Saylor

Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain

Ransomware attacks are no longer a question of if—it's a matter of when. With hackers increasingly targeting backup and disaster recovery (DR) systems, organizations need more than prevention strategies; they need a battle-tested plan for minimizing damage, forensically determining what's happened and restoring your environment without paying the ransom. Renowned experts W. Curtis Preston and Dr. Mike Saylor offer a comprehensive guide to protecting critical systems and responding effectively when the worst happens.

Whether you're a security professional unaware of how exposed your backup systems are, or a backup admin in need of stronger security expertise, this book is your roadmap. With actionable advice and step-by-step guidance, it bridges the gap between data protection and cybersecurity—empowering teams to deliver decisive, effective responses when faced with ransomware.

• Prevent 90% of ransomware attacks with practical, simple steps
• Shield your backup systems from also being a victim of the attack
• Minimize the blast radius of attacks on your infrastructure
• Identify, isolate, and restore compromised systems with confidence
• Develop and test a detailed incident response plan

©2026 W. Curtis Preston and Michael Saylor (P)2026 Ascent Audio