Google Introduces ‘Air-Gapped’ Backup Vault to Thwart Ransomware

Google Introduces ‘Air-Gapped’ Backup Vault to Thwart Ransomware

September 11, 2024 at 02:06PM

Google has introduced a new backup storage vault feature in its cloud service to defend against ransomware attacks. The feature offers immutable and indelible backups, safeguarding data from tampering and unauthorized deletion. It aims to protect backed-up data during encryption and extortion cyberattacks, providing secure storage and reliable recovery options for various applications.

The meeting notes provide details about Google’s new backup storage vault feature, which aims to protect backed-up data from ransomware attacks. The feature promises immutable and indelible backups to secure data against tampering and unauthorized deletion. It also includes secure storage for backups, with data stored in a Google-managed project and logically air-gapped from an organization’s self-managed Google Cloud project. The new utility supports immediate recovery of production applications and protection for various types of databases and virtual machines. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of securing backups against modification and deletion and offers resilience against source project deletion.

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