Learn about contemporary ransomware threats and effective defense strategies in this 29-minute webinar led by Red Canary's Manager of Threat Hunting Brie Barbaro. Explore why ransomware remains a highly profitable venture for cybercriminals and discover critical early detection techniques for identifying ransomware precursors including droppers and remote access tools. Master essential prevention strategies encompassing strong encryption implementation, zero trust policy deployment, and comprehensive employee education programs. Understand how timely threat notifications and detailed threat intelligence can enhance organizational response capabilities and incident mitigation. Gain insights into account security best practices and user permission management through an interactive Q&A session that addresses key defensive strategies against modern ransomware campaigns.