Losing access to your business’s data – even temporarily – can feel like a nightmare straight out of a horror movie. You rely on backup tools to keep your data safe, but what happens when those tools fail?
Data backup solutions are designed to create secure copies of your files and store them safely, ready to be restored when needed. But a recent report reveals that having a backup system doesn’t always guarantee data security. In fact, a shocking one-third of all data loss is due to issues with backups. Many businesses don’t realize their backups are corrupted or incomplete until they try to recover their files—often too late.
It’s not just backup corruption you need to worry about...
The Growing Threat of Ransomware
One of the biggest dangers facing businesses today is ransomware—a type of malware that locks you out of your data unless you pay a ransom. Even companies with backup systems in place have fallen victim to these attacks. The report shows that 50% of businesses with backup tools still ended up paying ransoms because it was quicker than restoring from their own recovery systems. Worse, only a small percentage of businesses that paid the ransom were able to fully recover their data. For more insights on ransomware and other cyber threats, check out our previous blog, Understanding Cyber Extortion: The Growing Risk to Your Business and How to Protect Yourself.
So why are backup systems failing so often?
Common Backup Failures
Many businesses unknowingly leave themselves vulnerable due to:
- Improper setup: Backup systems need to be configured correctly to function as intended.
- Outdated systems: Older tools may not be equipped to handle today’s sophisticated cyber threats.
- Lack of regular test restores: Backup systems should be tested regularly to ensure they’re still capturing data correctly. A Daily rest restore is best.
How to Ensure Your Data Is Truly Safe
Setting up and maintaining a reliable backup system can be complex. That’s where IT experts (like us) come in. At iMedia Technology, we ensure that your backup tools are working as intended, safeguarding your data every day.
In addition, we recommend Continuous Data Protection (CDP). This technology constantly saves changes to your files, allowing you to restore your data from any point in time—just before an attack or data loss occurred.
Your business deserves a dependable backup system that won’t let you down in a crisis. If you’d like to know how we can help, schedule a conversation with our CEO, John Garner, to discuss tailored solutions that can strengthen your data security and protect your business from potential threats.
