Ransomware is a significant threat to computers, not only compromising files but also incurring costs if you want to recover them. With Windows 10, Microsoft promises enhanced security features. As versions like 1507 and 1511 continue to evolve, the company has released a new white paper titled “Ransomware Protection in Windows 10 Anniversary Update.” This document outlines how the latest version of Windows 10 protects its customers, making Windows 10 1607 the most secure version of Windows, ranging from individual consumers to businesses. Additionally, in a separate blog post, Microsoft discusses the preventive measures it is implementing regarding ransomware security in version 1607.
1607 version of Windows 10 most Secure
- Six of the top 10 ransomware threats use browser, or browser-plugin-related exploits, so they have made it harder for malware authors to exploit Windows 10 and Microsoft Edge.
- Increased detection and blocking capability in the email services, increasing the number of ransomware-related attachments being blocked.
- Added new technology to Windows Defender to reduce detection time to seconds, increasing the ability to respond before the infection can occur.</li>
- Released Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection which can be combined with Office 365. Advanced Threat Protection to make it easier for companies to investigate and respond to ransomware attacks.
Prevention and detection-What has been done
- Browser hardening. Microsoft Edge runs Adobe Flash Player in an isolated container, and Edge exploits cannot execute other applications. “These improvements block malware from silently downloading and executing additional payloads on customers’ systems,” Microsoft says.
- Windows Defender improvements. The Windows Defender signature delivery channel works faster than before so that the in-box anti-virus and antimalware solution can help block ransomware, both in the cloud and on the client. Additionally, Windows Defender responds to new threats faster using improved cloud protection and automatic sample submission features, plus improved behavioral heuristics aimed at detecting ransomware-related activities.
- Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection. This new service helps business customers respond to attacks by alerting the security team, identify any damage caused, and understand where it might be moving next. It can also work with Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection to provide a more holistic view of what is attacking the enterprise.
To protect the customers from this new threat, the software giant advises updating to Windows 10 v1607. Additionally follow a comprehensive backup strategy as mentioned here.
