International Anti-Ransomware Day is observed annually on May 12th to raise awareness and promote prevention measures against ransomware attacks.
Lessons from the day include emphasizing prevention through regular updates and strong security measures, highlighting the importance of secure backups, raising awareness about cybersecurity for all users, and discouraging ransom payments.
The day commemorates the WannaCry attack and underscores the need for collaboration among governments, agencies, and organizations to combat cybercrime effectively.
Education on cybersecurity and the implementation of policies to enhance cyber resilience are crucial in mitigating ransomware threats, emphasizing that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility for individuals and organizations.