Recruitment Consultancy
Ransomware attack contained and recovered within hours
The challenge
This recruitment consultancy depended on constant access to email, candidate records and shared files to keep placements moving. Any extended downtime would have had an immediate impact on revenue and client confidence.
Midway through a ransomware incident, Evo IT was brought in as specialist support to contain and recover the situation.
When a ransomware attack was detected, the risk was clear. Without fast containment, the business faced potential data loss, prolonged disruption and reputational damage.
They needed calm, decisive action to protect their systems and restore operations quickly.
What they needed
The consultancy required an IT partner who could:
Contain the incident before it spread
Protect sensitive client and candidate data
Restore systems quickly and safely
Communicate clearly during a high-pressure situation
Most importantly, they needed reassurance that the issue was being handled properly, without panic.
The Evo IT approach
Once engaged, Evo IT acted immediately to assess and stabilise the environment.
This included:
Isolating affected systems to prevent further spread
Identifying the source and scope of the attack
Restoring data from secure backups
Verifying system integrity before bringing services fully back online
Throughout the process, Evo IT kept the client informed, explaining each step in plain English and setting clear expectations.
The outcome
The attack was contained and core systems were restored within hours.
As a result, the consultancy experienced:
No permanent data loss
Minimal disruption to day-to-day operations
Continued confidence from clients and candidates
A clearer understanding of their security posture
What could have become a serious incident was handled quickly and professionally.
Ongoing support
Following the incident, Evo IT worked with the client to strengthen security controls, monitoring and backup processes.
This reduced future risk and gave the business greater confidence in its ability to respond to potential threats.
The takeaway
Cyber incidents can happen to any business.
The difference lies in how quickly they are identified, contained and resolved, and in having the right support in place before an issue occurs.
Just as important is the organisation’s overall security posture. The ability to contain and recover quickly in this case was shaped not just by the response, but by the systems, backups and controls in place.
A strong security posture doesn’t just reduce the risk of attack. It limits impact, supports faster recovery, and helps businesses continue operating with confidence when it matters most.