Windows 10, the best tool for SMEs against ransomware.

Cyberattacks block access to certain files on the systems of individuals and companies, demanding a ransom in exchange for removing the encryption. According to analysts, over 100 million threats were reported in the last year alone!
In response to these threats, Windows 10 It is now more resistant than ever to ransomware thanks to its latest major Anniversary update, of which we highlight 4 points:
 

Microsoft Edge

 
It has been verified that the 60% ransomware threat uses programs capable of compromising browsers or their plugins. For this reason Microsoft Microsoft has strengthened all security measures in Windows 10 and its built-in browser, Microsoft Edge. With this update Microsoft Edge It runs Flash Player (a very common browser plugin that malware creators use to download ransomware) in an isolated container. This prevents malware from being inadvertently downloaded and running additional payloads on client systems.
 

Malware detection

 
The primary distribution channel for ransomware is through email attachments. We can say that all machine learning models for detecting email-distributed malware have been improved. This results in enhanced protection levels for both business and personal customers.
 

Faster analysis

 
Windows The 10th Anniversary has been equipped with new technology Windows Defender reduces the time it takes to detect malware to seconds, increasing the system's ability to respond to threats even before infection occurs.
 

Advanced Threat Protection

 
Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) is a new service that will help companies detect, investigate, and respond to advanced attacks on their networks. It is based on existing security defenses that Windows 10 offers today, Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection It provides a new level of protection to the Windows 10 security stack, post-security breach.
 
Definitely, Microsoft It is positioned as a great ally against these types of threats that can end up compromising the economic stability of our SMEs.