Ransomware Defense: Internal Audits Role Ransomware is a non-stop attack. With VPNs in high demand at the moment as COVID-19 forces home working, ransomware attacks are increasing. It has also been reported that a spike in ransomware attacks are trying to take advantage of vulnerable healthcare organizations already under extreme pressure dealing with infected patients. Poorly configured systems can not only cost organizations financially and reputationally but now could cost lives! IT Audit has an important role in this fight! We will cover some practical strategies that can and should be implemented and why IT Audit needs a seat at the table during these discussions.