Are you SQL servers secure? What, you do not know if you use SQL servers!

Many office and web based applications, both commercial and bespoke use SQL servers of varying flavours – you or your cyber security consultant should know if your organisation is dependent on a Microsoft SQL server and what actions have been taken to protect it.

Here is the threat, ransomware targeting vulnerable MS-SQL servers, that if disrupted could cause serious operational issues for businesses:

Microsoft SQL servers hacked in TargetCompany ransomware attacks (bleepingcomputer.com)

My advice: Either you or your IT support need to check whether these issues impact your systems. You need to have a master document that details your systems, hardware, software, online, networks, back-ups, suppliers etc – so when cyber security (or operational) issues arise you and your support teams can quickly check if you are affected. From there you can take fast, effective action.