Stage2Data, a Canadian computer software/services provider, faced a ransomware attack when an intruder hijacked a client’s Zerto console, wiping local installations and cloud replication groups. Their recovery strategy leveraged HPE Zerto Extended Journal Copy with immutable data copies stored locally. This approach restored virtual machines quickly, bringing servers back online within one hour, preventing downtime and data loss, and shutting down the cyberattack without paying ransom. Stage2Data and HPE Zerto software together protect networks, ensuring rapid recovery and business continuity in critical ransomware scenarios.

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