Google Drive now detects ransomware and auto-restores your files

Google Drive is rolling out automatic ransomware detection and file restoration for all users, offering a built in recovery option without paying attackers. When ransomware is detected, Drive pauses cloud syncing to prevent corrupted files from spreading and alerts users or IT administrators. The new restoration feature allows bulk recovery of files to their pre attack state, giving users a reliable fallback against increasingly common ransomware threats. This update significantly strengthens Google’s cloud security and makes Drive a safer storage option for both personal and work environments.

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