Ransomware File Detection Using Hashes and Machine Learning
Pavel Novak, Patrik Kaura, Václav Oujezský, Tomáš Horváth · 2023
This article explores the integration of machine learning hash analysis within a backup system to proactively detect ransomware threats. By combining multiple data sources and employing intelligent algorithms, the proposed system enhances the detection accuracy and mitigates the risk of data loss caused by ransomware attacks. The integration of machine learning techniques enables real-time analysis of cryptographic hash values, facilitating rapid identification and proactive defense against evolving ransomware variants. Through this approach, organizations can bolster their cybersecurity strategies and safe-guard critical data from malicious encryption attempts.