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First Hour After a Suspected Ransomware Incident

When files suddenly acquire unfamiliar extensions or a ransom note appears, contain the situation before attempting fixes.

Start here

Disconnect affected devices from network connections to reduce further spread, while preserving details that may help investigation.

What to look for

Do not erase systems or overwrite backups before the incident scope and recovery approach have been evaluated.

Protect your information

Use an unaffected device to contact the business owner, IT provider and applicable response partners. Preserve relevant messages and times.

When to seek help

Restoration is a separate step from containment; recovered systems should be reviewed for the original access path.

This guide is general information, not a substitute for diagnosis of a specific device or network.

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