Ransomware Does Not Just Lock Your Files, It Raises Hard Questions
Ransomware Investigation Services
We investigate ransomware attacks from the moment of encryption back to the original point of entry. We help you understand what happened, what was affected and what your options are, without the pressure to make quick decisions you might regret.
- Certified Experts
- OSCP, CEH, CRTP & industry-certified testers.
- Real-World Approach
- Manual testing with real-world attack techniques.
- Actionable Reporting
- Detailed findings with clear risk ratings and remediation.
- Confidential & Secure
- Strict NDA, data protection & privacy practices.
// About This Service
Understanding the Full Story behind a Ransomware Attack
A ransom note tells you almost nothing about what actually happened. Our ransomware investigation service digs into logs, endpoints and network traffic to reconstruct the attack from start to finish. You will know how attackers got in, what they accessed and whether data was stolen before encryption began.
That last point matters legally as well as commercially. If personal data left your network, the incident becomes a reportable breach under UK GDPR and the ICO's 72 hour clock applies.
- A Clear Picture of How Attackers Gained Initial Access
- Confirmation of Whether Data Was Exfiltrated before Encryption
- Independent Evidence to Support Insurance and Legal Decisions
- Practical Guidance on Recovery Options, Including Backups
// Coverage
What Our Ransomware Investigation Includes
Strain Identification
Identifying the ransomware family and its known behaviour and tooling.
Initial Entry Point
Tracing how attackers first got into your network.
Data Exfiltration Check
Establishing whether data left your network before encryption began.
Systems and Backup Impact
Assessing which systems and backups were affected and what remains recoverable.
Demand Review
Reviewing whether payment demands match known attacker patterns.
Recovery Decision Support
Supporting decisions around recovery, restoration or negotiation.
// Methodology
What Happens after You Contact Us
- 01
Immediate Triage
We assess the scope and severity of the ransomware attack.
- 02
Evidence Preservation
Affected systems are secured to protect evidence before anything is rebuilt.
- 03
Investigation
We trace the attack path and check for data exfiltration.
- 04
Findings and Options
You receive clear findings to guide your next steps.
- 05
Recovery Support
We help you rebuild safely once the picture is clear.
// Ready when you are
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// Impact
Why Ransomware Investigation Matters
Paying First Leaves Doors Open
Paying a ransom without investigating can leave the same backdoors in place.
// How We Investigate a Ransomware Attack
- Scope the damage, identifying every system touched by the attack
- Trace the entry point, working backwards through logs to find how attackers got in
- Check for data theft, looking for signs of exfiltration before files were encrypted
- Support recovery decisions with the facts needed to choose the safest path forward
What you get
// Frameworks We Apply
// Why Pluto Cyber Security
Investigation without the Pressure
Ransomware situations often come with a countdown clock and a lot of noise. We give you a calm, independent view of the facts so decisions about payment, recovery and disclosure are based on evidence rather than fear.
Independent Analysis
We are not the ones asking for a payment, so our advice stays objective.
Deep Technical Skill
Experience across major ransomware families and their common tactics.
Fast Turnaround
Initial findings quickly, full investigation without unnecessary delay.
Insurer-Ready Reporting
Documentation built for UK cyber insurance claims from day one.
We would always recommend investigating first, even briefly. Paying without understanding the attack can leave the same vulnerability open, and you may still not get all your data back safely.
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