Author: stonefly

Network-attached storage is cost-effective and is great for consolidating many file-serving environments. In addition, NAS storage appliances are helpful because they have both file-server and storage hardware. On the other hand, newer Enterprise NAS storage gateways have many advantages over older appliances. For example, network Attached Storage gateways separate the file server and the storage to provide greater flexibility and scalability. They also offer a single point for managing both NAS storage data and storage-area networks (SAN) data. What is a NAS storage appliance? A NAS storage appliance, an all-in-one device, is easy to buy, install and use. The NAS…

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As ransomware continues to evolve, it has become a more dangerous force. Sophisticated malware and targeted attacks have led to an increase in the number of infections and the damage caused by them. Till now, ransomware was primarily associated with individual PCs and laptops. However, cybercriminals are now targeting NAS storage devices as well. This is because NAS devices store sensitive data on a large scale, making them lucrative targets for malicious payloads like ransomware. What is ransomware? Ransomware is a malicious software that blocks access to data or requires users to pay a ransom amount for the decryption key. They…

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