The recent influx of Darkside ransomware attacks has raised questions on how to prevent similar attacks from happening within other organizations. We know most attacks occur and grow in severity due to mismanaged user privileges—so what impact does removing or heightening control over user privileges actually have on deterring potential ransomware breaches?

James Maude, Lead Cyber Security Researcher at BeyondTrust, decided to put this question to the test.

Prefers reduced motion setting detected. Animations will now be reduced as a result.