Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast – Episode 125: Cybersecurity 101 – Ransomware

Ransomware is everywhere—from corporate networks to personal devices—and its impact can be devastating. But how does it really work, and what can you do to defend against it?

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Awesomeness podcast, EMA cybersecurity experts Chris Steffen, VP of Research, and Ken Buckler, Research Analyst, break down:

• What ransomware is and how it spreads
• Real-world examples of ransomware attacks and their consequences
• The latest FBI statistics on cybercrime and ransomware losses
• Practical steps every organization (and individual) should take to reduce risk

Whether you’re an IT professional, business leader, or just curious about how ransomware impacts everyday life, this episode delivers cybersecurity basics you can’t afford to miss.