Ransomware and the 3-2-1 backup rule: quick check

Question 1

An email you weren't expecting has an attachment called "Bill_Due.pdf.exe". What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Don't open it, and check with the sender another way

Answer

Open it to check

Answer

Forward it to everyone

Answer

Print it

Question 2

Your files are locked and a message demands money. Should you pay?

Accepted Answer

No. Paying doesn't guarantee recovery and funds more attacks

Answer

Yes, quickly

Answer

Only half

Answer

Only by UPI

Question 3

What is the 3-2-1 backup rule?

Accepted Answer

3 copies, 2 kinds of storage, 1 kept somewhere else

Answer

3 passwords, 2 phones, 1 email

Answer

Back up 3 times a day

Answer

3 apps, 2 games, 1 photo

Question 4

Which counts as an offline backup?

Accepted Answer

A printed copy or a disconnected hard drive

Answer

A copy on the same laptop

Answer

An email draft

Answer

A photo on the desktop