Varonis’ analysis of ransomware risks to AWS S3 shows how misconfigured buckets, excessive permissions, and weak access controls enable attackers to encrypt or steal critical data. Threats often stem from compromised credentials, insiders, and API flaws. Varonis recommends real-time monitoring, least-privilege policies, and automated backups to secure cloud data while ensuring continuity.

How to Protect Your S3 Data Now

• Fix Critical Misconfigurations: 78% of attacks exploit unsecured buckets
• Stop Permission Overload: Excessive IAM roles used in 42% of cases
• Detect Threats Faster: Monitor for encryption/API anomalies
• Automate Defense: Enforce S3 policies without slowing operations

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