Google has begun rolling out a new AI-powered security feature for Google Drive desktop, which will automatically pause file syncing when it detects a ransomware attack to minimize impact.

Google is introducing Drive for Desktop ransomware detection feature. Learn how this feature can help you protect your data.

This new ransomware detection is available in beta in Google Drive for desktop on Windows or macOS, with a general release expected by the end of the year.

Drive for desktop is leveraging an AI model to identify attempts to bulk encrypt or corrupt files. Trained on millions of real-world ransomware samples, this detection engine is “continuously ...

When the tool detects potentially malicious activity, you’ll get a notification and be able to roll back your files. ...

Now, when Drive detects a ransomware attack, it pauses cloud syncing to prevent the attack from spreading and offers an alternative way to download older, unaffected versions of files.

Google added AI ransomware protection to Drive for Desktop. It spots attacks early, pauses syncing, and lets users restore files for free.

Google on Tuesday rolled out a new AI tool in Drive for desktop that it says will pause syncing to limit ransomware damage, but it won't stop attacks outright.

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Ransomware is a threat that can disrupt businesses and cause real problems for everyday people. When you suddenly lose access to important files, such as family photos, schoolwork, or financial ...

Google has launched an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered security capability that acts as a last line of defence against ransomware attacks that have evaded traditional security measures and ...

Starting today, commercial Google Workspace plans include a new, real-time ransomware detection feature that they claim can help organizations identify attacks, stop their spread, and recover quickly.