{"id":530794,"date":"2024-11-14T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-14T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.commvault.com\/?p=530794"},"modified":"2024-11-13T18:27:28","modified_gmt":"2024-11-13T23:27:28","slug":"ransomware-attack-your-first-24-hours-are-critical","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.commvault.com\/blogs\/ransomware-attack-your-first-24-hours-are-critical","title":{"rendered":"Ransomware Attack! Your First 24 Hours Are Critical"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The clock is ticking. The moment you realize your systems are under a ransomware attack, every second counts. The first 24 hours are critical in determining the extent of the damage, mitigating further losses, and setting the stage for recovery. This guide provides a concise action plan to help you navigate this crucial period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Critical First Steps<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The first hour after a ransomware attack is so important. Your immediate actions should include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Immediate Response (First 2-4 Hours)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n