Not moved. Not misplaced. But encrypted. Locked away by cybercriminals demanding a hefty ransom to release your own data.
Unfortunately, this isn’t a dramatic “what if”. It’s happening – more often, and to businesses of all sizes.
Ransomware is on the rise. The first few months of 2025 saw an 84% spike in attacks compared to the same time last year.
It’s no longer a question of if your business will be targeted – it’s when.
Here’s the good news: there’s a powerful way to shield your data – immutable backups.
We’ll explain more in a moment. But first, a quick look at what we’re up against.
Ransomware is a type of cyberattack where criminals infiltrate your systems, encrypt critical files, and hold them hostage until a ransom is paid. It’s disruptive, expensive, and getting smarter.
These days, attackers aren’t just after your main files – they’re targeting your backups too. Research shows that 96% of companies hit by ransomware in the past two years also had their backups compromised.
Which means your safety net might not be as safe as you think.
Unless… it’s immutable.
What does “immutable” mean?
In simple terms: it means unchangeable. Once a backup is created using immutable storage, it can’t be modified, deleted, or overwritten – even by someone with high-level access.
Not even ransomware can touch it. It’s like locking your data in a secure vault, only you still hold the key to access it when needed, safely and intact.
In the past, businesses relied on physically disconnected devices (known as “air-gapped” storage) to keep backups safe. But now, there are smarter, cloud-based solutions that offer the same protection with greater flexibility.
So why hasn’t every business adopted this?
Good question. While 81% of IT professionals agree that immutable backups are the most effective defence against ransomware, only 59% of businesses have actually implemented them.
That gap is risky.
Firewalls, antivirus software, and user access controls are all vital – but none are fool proof. If attackers breach your defences (and they often do), your last hope is your backups. And they must be untouchable.
We call it a “breach-ready” mindset – accepting that a cyberattack will happen at some point and preparing your business to recover quickly and confidently.
Immutable backups could be the best investment you make this year. When the worst strikes, the ability to restore everything without paying a penny to criminals could save your business from disaster.
Not sure where to begin with immutable storage? Or want to make sure your backup strategy holds up under pressure? Let’s talk – we’re here to help.
