After ransomware: How NELLO revamped its security in the aftermath of a devastating cyberattack
At NELLO, a ransomware attack became the catalyst for significant changes in the company’s approach to cybersecurity.
In our latest Byte Into Security Webinar, Restoring Security and Mental Health after Ransomware, Malwarebytes CEO Marcin Kleczynski sat down with Tammy Orr, Senior Programmer and Analyst at NELLO Corporation, to discuss how a devastating ransomware attack became the catalyst for significant change in the company’s approach to cybersecurity.
The discussion highlighted the immediate and long-term impacts of the breach on NELLO’s small IT team and how the company navigated through the crisis. Orr shared how the $8 million ransomware attack not only forced a complete reevaluation of the organization’s security practices, including a switch from Webroot to ThreatDown, but also brought to light the importance of mental health support for those dealing with the aftermath.
Key takeaways include:
- Proactive evolution: Orr emphasized that waiting for an attack to strike can be disastrous. The breach at NELLO underscored the need for constant evolution in cybersecurity measures.
- Mental health matters: The mental toll of responding to a ransomware attack can be overwhelming. Orr spoke about the importance of addressing this aspect within the IT team, which is often overlooked.
- Security as an insurance policy: Viewing security spend as an insurance policy rather than a cost was a significant mindset shift that NELLO adopted post-attack, leading to stronger defenses and a more resilient organization.
For a deeper dive into NELLO’s transformation and the valuable lessons learned, watch the webinar on-demand today.
