5 Ways to Protect the IBM i IFS from Cyberattacks — Mel Zucker & Joe Hertvik

Anti-virus & Anti-Ransomware solutions are commonplace in desktop, network, and Internet/cloud environments. But what about IBM i servers? 

While admins almost always deploy Anti-Virus & Anti-Ransomware software on non-IBM i systems, many organizations still don’t deploy Anti-Virus & Anti-Ransomware solutions on their IBM i servers. This is in spite of the fact that IBM i IFS files contain critical business assets that are attractive targets for cybercriminals. 

Watch this replay to learn more about how virus & ransomware attacks affect IBM i servers and how to enhance IBM i cybersecurity & protect IFS assets against AV/AR threats. 

Here’s what you’ll learn about managing IBM i virus & ransomware threats: 

  •         Where IBM i systems and applications are most exposed to virus & ransomware attacks and their effects
  •         Regulatory compliance requirements for Anti-Virus and Anti-Ransomware protection that mandate Anti-Virus & Anti-Ransomware protection
  •         The 5 Layered Defense in Depth strategy you can employ to protect your IBM i servers from virus & ransomware attacks

Joe Hertvik

Hertvik & Associates

Joe Hertvik, PMP is the owner of Hertvik & Associates, an IT administration and infrastructure consultancy, specializing in IBM i and network management. He has managed IBM i hardware and network systems for Fortune 500 and private companies for 20+ years. 

Joe has written more than 1000 articles covering IBM I, networking & project management topics, making him a go-to reference for IBM i & infrastructure information.

Mel Zucker

Senior IBM i Solutions Engineer, Software Engineering of America

Mel Zucker has been a Senior IBM i Solutions Engineer with Software Engineering of America for the past 9 years. Prior to joining SEA, Mel was a member of the IBM team supporting their line of midrange products for over 30 years. While at IBM, Mel was the recipient of multiple IBM Means Service and System Engineering Achievement awards.

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