According to a cybersecurity advisory, Medusa relies on a “double extortion model” that encrypts a victim’s data then threatens to release it publicly. In the past week, law enforcement agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a warning about the ongoing threat of Medusa ransomware.

By following these seven tips from federal authorities, you can prevent Medusa from wreaking havoc on your life and business.

Medusa ransomware now operates as a RaaS model, recruiting affiliates from criminal forums to launch attacks, encrypt data, and extort victims worldwide.