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Across 2025 Hacks & Hops sessions that Ostra team members were a part of, one message was clear: Modern security is about strengthening fundamentals, sharpening collaboration, and applying new technologies with intention.

Not all threats come from malware—some hide in everyday business software. Ostra uncovered how ZoomInfo’s plugin collects far more data than most companies realize.

Backed by General Catalyst and Rally Ventures, Ostra extends its Series A to $9.5M to scale its platform, grow its team, and integrate Blackwell Security.

We’re excited to share two major updates shaping the future of Ostra Security. Together, these milestones represent a major leap forward in our mission to help growing companies defend themselves without the internal burden of managing complex stacks, costly tools, or unclear results.

We are bombarded with terms like Web 2.0, XaaS, Cloud, SASE, Zero Trust, and endless other vague marketing jargon — but who is spending the money and effort to shape our vocabulary in this way? Well, it’s primarily coming from vendors touting their capabilities in EDR, MDR, XDR, and other variations of this service.

To safeguard your business and avoid falling victim to ransomware attacks and data breaches, it is necessary to adopt proactive measures and stay well-informed. In this post, we list 25 effective ways to protect yourself from ransomware and preserve the security of your valuable data: