This document details Proofpoint’s layered defense against ransomware. It emphasizes email as the most common attack vector and explains how the platform blocks malicious attachments, links, and social engineering attempts. Key features include advanced threat detection, sandboxing, URL rewriting, and adaptive controls. Beyond prevention, Proofpoint supports rapid detection, incident response, and user education to minimize risk. The brief underscores a people-centric approach, focusing on vulnerable employees targeted by attackers, and provides guidance on creating a holistic ransomware defense strategy.

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