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There are increasing threats to businesses and organisations in the digital world, including ransomware attacks. Protecting business-critical data and systems is crucial to continue business operations. NetApp, a leading provider of enterprise storage solutions, has developed a powerful tool called Autonomous Ransomware Protection (ARP), which uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide real-time protection against ransomware.
What is ARP?
ARP is an advanced feature within NetApp's ONTAP storage system. It harnesses the power of AI to recognise and mitigate potential ransomware attacks.
Real-time detection
ARP monitors data traffic and activity in the storage environment and investigates patterns and behaviours that may indicate ransomware.
Actions and warnings
If ARP detects suspicious activity, it issues alerts to administrators. To minimise the impact of an attack, it can take automatic action, such as isolating infected files or volumes.
Benefits ARP with AI:
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- ARP can detect more sophisticated threats with fewer "false positives" thanks to artificial intelligence.
- It reacts quickly in real-time, limiting the impact of an attack.
- ARP is integrated directly into primary storage, making it a powerful line of defence against ransomware.
How does ARP work with AI?
- Workload analysis:
- ARP analyses the behaviour of workloads and identifies anomalies.
- It takes into account factors such as file access patterns, user behaviour and file content changes.
- Machine Learning (ML):
- ARP uses ML models to recognise patterns that may indicate ransomware.
- These models are continuously updated based on new data.
- Automatic Quarantine:
- Upon detection of an attack, ARP can automatically isolate infected files or volumes.
- This minimises the spread of ransomware within the network.
NetApp's ARP with AI is a powerful tool to protect organisations from ransomware. Through real-time detection, accuracy and rapid response, ARP provides peace of mind to IT teams and ensures that corporate data remains secure. Implement ARP as part of your security strategy and protect your organisation from cyber threats.
Would you like to learn more about NetApp Storage Systems and/or ARP with AI? Get in touch with our specialists.
