AWS Data Protection Strategies Against Ransomware

This whitepaper discusses the challenges and limitations of using AWS snapshots for data protection and resilience against ransomware. It outlines the differences between AWS snapshots and traditional backups, emphasizing that while snapshots are useful for quick recovery, they do not provide a comprehensive solution for long-term data security. The paper details the risks associated with relying solely on snapshots, particularly in the context of increasing ransomware threats that can compromise backup data stored within the same AWS account. It also introduces a new service from Druva designed to enhance data security for AWS resources, offering automated, air-gapped backups that are cost-efficient and provide significant savings. The document further explains the 3-2-1 backup rule and the importance of off-site data storage to mitigate risks. Additionally, it highlights the operational complexities and costs associated with managing multiple AWS accounts and regions, advocating for a more robust and centralized backup strategy to ensure compliance with recovery objectives.