Google has introduced a new ransomware detection and file restoration capability for Google Drive, designed to help organizations reduce the impact of malware attacks on endpoint devices. The feature is currently available in beta and has been rolled out to premium users, including Google Workspace enterprise customers.
The new functionality uses AI-powered screening to automatically identify ransomware activity within files stored and synced through Google Drive. According to the company, the system significantly improves detection capabilities, identifying up to 14 times more infections compared to traditional methods.
When ransomware is detected on systems running Google Drive for desktop, file synchronization is immediately paused to prevent further spread of compromised data. Users are alerted directly on their devices, while administrators receive notifications through the Admin console’s security center, along with email alerts. This dual notification approach ensures both end users and IT teams can respond quickly to potential threats.
In addition to detection, Google has introduced a built-in recovery feature that allows users to restore files to earlier, unaffected versions. This capability enables organizations to recover data without resorting to ransom payments or complex restoration processes. Users can select and restore multiple files to a point before the infection occurred, minimizing downtime and operational disruption.
Administrators have control over both ransomware detection and file restoration settings through the Google Workspace Admin console. These features can be enabled or disabled at the organizational unit level, providing flexibility in how security policies are applied across different teams or departments With this update, Google is strengthening Drive’s role as both a productivity and security platform, integrating proactive threat detection and recovery tools directly into everyday workflows. The move reflects a growing industry focus on embedding security into core cloud services to better protect against increasingly sophisticated ransomware attacks.
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