CYPFER
Recovery-Action First Strategy for Tackling Cyberattacks

“The conventional approach of ‘investigate first, recover later’ doesn't cut it in today’s fast-paced digital world. What CYPFER is doing is leading incident response with recovery first, empowering organizations to take immediate action; to start the healing process as soon as an attack is detected,” says Ed Dubrovsky, COO and managing partner of CYPFER.

That’s what distinguishes CYPFER, a cybersecurity provider redefining the status quo in the way attacks are managed. The approach is all about treating attacks with the possibility of high recovery strategies.

To simultaneously conduct recovery and investigation, CYPFER incorporates digital forensics and incident response into the recovery process from the beginning. This ensures thorough investigative processes remain uncompromised while prioritizing the restoration of critical functions.

With nearly 200 highly skilled consultants acting as a ‘digital SWAT team,’ CYPFER brings diverse expertise to every incident. Recognizing that every minute of downtime during a cyberattack can lead to severe consequences—financial losses, reputational damage and even loss of life in critical sectors like healthcare and infrastructure. These rapid response teams are equipped to manage the multifaceted nature of cyberattacks, simultaneously addressing technical, operational and legal aspects. Collaborating closely with clients ensures swift recovery and empowers organizations to build resilience against future threats.

Not only post-attack remediation, CYPFER also helps organizations harden their defenses against evolving threats. Leveraging the knowledge of criminal tactics and using cutting-edge tools and techniques, the company assists clients in identifying and closing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

This is critical in today’s landscape, where cybercriminals are not just opportunistic hackers but often sophisticated, well-organized groups with the resources and patience to infiltrate even the most secure networks.

One particularly noteworthy case illustrates CYPFER’s effectiveness. The company was called upon to assist a global healthcare organization that had fallen victim to a complicated cyberattack. The attackers had spent months infiltrating the organization’s systems, exfiltrating a staggering 100TB of sensitive patient data, including medical records, images and personal information. They then deployed ransomware that locked down 17,000 systems, bringing the organization's operations to a grinding halt.

Faced with a dire situation involving patient care, CYPFER’s rapid response team acted swiftly. Working tirelessly, they identified and isolated compromised systems, restored critical functions and secured the network. Within days, essential services were restored, and the organization was back on its feet.

The conventional approach of ‘investigate first, recover later’ doesn't cut it in today’s fast-paced digital world. What CYPFER is doing is leading incident response with recovery first, empowering organizations to take immediate action and start the healing process as soon as an attack is detected

With this level of success, the company sets its sights even higher, aiming to grow its team to 400 consultants to better address the increasing threat of large-scale cyberattacks. Already having a strong presence in the U.S., Canada, the UK, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, this expansion will allow CYPFER to continue to lead the industry, staying ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape through a strong, global team with heavy investment in research and development.

“While the industry struggles to keep up with the constantly changing cyber threats, often stuck in an advisory mode, we’re taking the gloves off and jumping into the trenches to help our clients fight the attacks they face,” concludes Dubrovsky.