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The 3-2-1 backup rule has a glaring caveat that ransomware exploits perfectly

First reported 19 Oct, 20:30 UTCSource: XDALast editorial activity 19 Oct, 20:30 UTCWrite a comment ↓

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What happened

A backup that's always plugged in is just another target. Just about everyone should know about the 3-2-1 backup rule by now.

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Sources & evidence

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The 3-2-1 backup rule has a glaring caveat that ransomware exploits perfectly ↗
https://www.xda-developers.com/air-gapped-backup-drive-malware-protection/