New Cybersecurity Measures for an Era Where 'Breaches Cannot Be Prevented': Launch of 'Ransomware Protection Service' Using AI to Prevent Damage Expansion Post-Invasion

The 'Ransomware Protection Service' is a security solution where AI monitors servers 24/7 to automatically detect and block cyberattacks. It addresses unknown attacks that were difficult to handle with traditional rule-based systems, reducing the impact of the increasingly severe and sophisticated ransomware damage seen in recent years.

By having a dedicated team support everything from implementation to operation and maintenance, companies that find it difficult to secure specialized talent can confidently implement advanced cybersecurity measures.

The service is available with an accessible pricing structure: an initial fee of 165,000 JPY (tax included) and a monthly fee of 16,500 JPY (tax included), offered to customers who have contracted for applicable dedicated servers.

Social Context and Challenges

1. Increasing Severity of Ransomware Damage Ransomware is a cyberattack that encrypts a company or organization's systems or data, rendering them unusable, and demands money in exchange for restoration. In recent years, attack methods have become more sophisticated and ingenious, with numerous case studies published of damages requiring months for business suspension and restoration. In fact, between July 2022 and June 2024, there were 174 reported cases of ransomware attacks, with an average damage cost of approximately 60.19 million JPY (*1). Regardless of company size, damages have affected everything from SMEs to major domestic beverage groups and large mail-order companies. The risk of ransomware attacks is rising annually, making cybersecurity measures essential for safe corporate activities.

2. Shift in Mindset Regarding Cybersecurity Measures Traditionally, cybersecurity measures focused on 'how to prevent the intrusion of threats.' However, as cyberattack techniques become more sophisticated, it is becoming impossible to completely prevent intrusion. Therefore, in recent years, there has been a shift toward emphasizing the approach of 'standing on the premise that threat intrusion cannot always be prevented' and 'how to detect it quickly and prevent damage expansion if breached.' This mindset of 'countermeasures assuming intrusion' is also included in IPA's 'SECURITY ACTION' and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry's 'Security Measure Evaluation System for Supply Chain Strengthening' (scheduled for operation in fiscal year 2026), and is permeating society as a whole. In response to this social background and the changes in cybersecurity measures, the company has launched this service.

What is the 'Ransomware Protection Service'? It is a robust cybersecurity measure that detects threats such as ransomware, malware, and unauthorized access, protecting the server itself. By detecting signs through behavioral monitoring and responding immediately, it reduces risks such as information leakage and business suspension. Additionally, a dedicated team supports safe operation, from implementation to operation and maintenance.

- Eligible for implementation: Dedicated servers on our cloud hosting and dedicated VPS servers currently contracted by the customer. - Pricing: Initial fee 165,000 JPY (tax included) + 16,500 JPY (tax included) per month. - Service launch date: May 21, 2026 (Thursday). *For dedicated VPS servers currently contracted by customers, installation work must be handled by the customer.

Service Features

1. AI Monitoring Catches Unknown Threats and Intrusion Signs Monitors processes and communication movements inside the server 24/7. Achieves a 24/7 monitoring system that is difficult to realize with human oversight, instantly detecting and automatically isolating suspicious behavior. Also, because AI detects and analyzes, it can address unknown attacks that evolve moment by moment at an early stage.

2. Prevents Damage Expansion by Blocking Suspicious Processes When a suspicious process is detected, it automatically blocks the threat. By responding immediately without human intervention, it minimizes damage expansion after intrusion. This reduces secondary risks such as prolonged business suspension and increased restoration costs.

3. File Restoration via Snapshots Encrypted files can be restored using the backup function. This provides preparation in the unlikely event that files are encrypted. *Applicable to customers who have contracted for designated servers.

4. Reliable Support System by a Dedicated Team A dedicated server and security team supports management and operations.