Ransomware Defence: A Layered Approach for SMEs

Ransomware doesn't only target large enterprises — SMEs are frequent victims. No single tool stops it, but layers do.

Prevention layers

Combine a next-generation firewall, email filtering, endpoint protection, network segmentation, and prompt patching. Most ransomware enters through phishing or unpatched systems, so close those doors first.

The backup that saves you

Maintain offline, tested backups following the 3-2-1 rule — three copies, two media, one offsite. If prevention fails, clean backups are what get you running again without paying.

People and process

Train staff to spot phishing and have an incident plan. Al-Gazelle helps build layered defences sized for SMEs.