IBM Unveils AI-Assisted SSD That Thwarts Ransomware For Safer Storage | HotHardware

Summary

IBM has introduced a new enterprise SSD technology called Storage Defender, which uses embedded AI within its FlashCore modules to analyze I/O data in real-time and identify unauthorized encryption attempts by ransomware. This feature aims to protect data before it's inaccessible, particularly for businesses with the budget for such advanced storage solutions like the FlashSystem servers. Ransomware's direct monetization through encryption and ransom demands underscores the need for such security innovations.