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Ransomware Reality Check – Before & After Detonation

 


We are pleased to invite you to an exclusive webinar:

Ransomware Reality Check – Before & After Detonation

In an era where ransomware is an inevitability, how prepared is your recovery strategy for the “moment of impact”? Join Storware for an unfiltered look at the technical reality of an attack, focusing on the critical safeguards required before detonation and the rapid restoration workflows needed after.

We’ll explore how immutable backups and air-gapping transform a potential catastrophe into a manageable recovery process. Discover how to eliminate data blind spots and ensure your business remains resilient, regardless of the threat.

🗓️ Date: 22 April 2026, Wednesday
🕒 Time: 3pm – 4pm SGT
💻 Venue: Gotowebinar
🌐 Language: English
👨🏻‍💻 Speaker: Kenneth Lo

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API-First Backup Architecture | Technical Overview

The Unified API Advantage

A true API-first platform ensures that the API is the primary mechanism of control. Capabilites are never “UI-only.”

// Standard endpoint structure for all platforms
POST https://STORWARE_SERVER:8181/api/tasks/export
{
  “vmGuid”: “550e8400-e29b-41d4-a716-446655440000”,
  “backupType”: “INCREMENTAL”,
  “priority”: 50
}

Core Functional Domains

DomainAPI Capability
InventoryGlobal search/filter across all hypervisors and clouds.
PolicyAutomated SLA assignment via tags or regex.
RestoreAutomated DR and V2V (Cross-Hypervisor) recovery.
MonitoringWebhook-ready task status and progress polling.

About Storware
Storware is a backup software producer with over 10 years of experience in the backup world. Storware Backup and Recovery is an enterprise-grade, agent-less solution that caters to various data environments. It supports virtual machines, containers, storage providers, Microsoft 365, and applications running on-premises or in the cloud. Thanks to its small footprint, seamless integration into your existing IT infrastructure, storage, or enterprise backup providers is effortless.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Healthcare VDI on OCI: HIPAA & EHR Guide

39% Faster Login
26% Higher Productivity
ZERO Endpoint ePHI

The 2026 HIPAA Regulatory Shift

Proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule transition "addressable" controls into mandatory requirements. VDI on OCI converts distributed endpoint risks into centralized, auditable cloud properties.

2026 Mandate VDI Implementation Benefit
Mandatory MFA Session-level MFA: Roam between devices without re-authenticating.
Annual Pentesting Centralized OCI hosts simplify testing scope and asset inventory.
ePHI Flow Mapping Single gateway funneling enables precise data flow documentation.

EHR Compatibility Matrix

VDI delivers clinical applications as encrypted video streams, ensuring that patient data never resides on the physical workstation.

  • Epic Hyperdrive: Native browser-based delivery with full session isolation.
  • Oracle Health: Native OCI alignment for unified support and compliance.
  • Medical Imaging: OCI GPU shapes for PACS/DICOM 3D reconstruction.

About Cybele Software Inc.
We help organizations extend the life and value of their software. Whether they are looking to improve and empower remote work or turn their business-critical legacy apps into modern SaaS, our software enables customers to focus on what’s most important: expanding and evolving their business.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

StorMagic Celebrates 20 Years of Edge Leadership

StorMagic Celebrates Two Decades of Edge Computing Leadership Amid Surging Demand for Virtualization Alternatives

Recording a 36% jump in ARR for FY2026, the company expands its executive team, partner network, and product portfolio to tackle global hardware shortages and hypervisor market shifts.
– StorMagic®, a pioneer in simplifying on-site virtualization, marks its 20th anniversary alongside a major financial milestone: a 36% increase in annual recurring revenue (ARR) for the 2026 fiscal year (April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026). This rapid growth aligns with an industry-wide pivot, as enterprises aggressively seek streamlined, cost-effective alternatives to legacy virtualization platforms. Since its founding in 2006, StorMagic has maintained a singular focus: equipping organizations with flexible, scalable, and highly reliable infrastructure for remote office/branch office (ROBO), distributed edge, and small datacenter environments. Today, that mission has expanded to address modern enterprise hurdles. StorMagic is actively helping IT leaders establish stable post-VMware foundations, maximize the lifespan of their current hardware assets, prepare for emerging AI workloads, and reclaim control over edge virtualization budgets.
“The past year introduced two major catalysts that accelerated the search for new virtualization vendors: the Broadcom acquisition of VMware and persistent hardware supply chain constraints coupled with rising costs. As we head into FY27, our software-defined, hardware-agnostic architecture perfectly positions us to resolve these pain points, delivering the exact same high-value proposition we have championed for twenty years.” — Susan Odle, CEO, StorMagic

Fiscal Year 2026: A Year of Accelerated Momentum

Driven by its commitment to reducing edge complexity, StorMagic achieved sweeping operational, technological, and strategic milestones over the past fiscal year.

Leadership and Financial Growth

  • Achieved a remarkable 36% growth in ARR year-over-year.
  • Appointed Susan Odle as Chief Executive Officer, Scott Mann as Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales, and John Serino as Vice President of Marketing.
  • Welcomed virtualization industry veteran Dave Hallmen to the Non-Executive Board of Directors.

Product Innovation

  • Rolled out four major feature updates for SvHCI (versions 2.0 through 2.3), introducing robust stretch cluster capabilities, volume snapshots, and refined virtual machine import/export mechanisms.
  • Released SvSAN version 6.7, delivering substantial performance enhancements and broadened compatibility with the latest hypervisor ecosystems.

Strategic Partnerships and Channel Expansion

  • Reinforced its channel-first methodology by launching a completely redesigned Global Partner Program and an optimized Partner Portal.
  • Signed a global OEM agreement with SNUC and a virtual-OEM collaboration with HPE.
  • Forged a new global partnership with HiveRadar and an EMEA-wide distribution contract with QBS Technology Group.
  • Established a strategic alliance with networking hardware manufacturer Mako Networks.

Brand Evolution and Market Recognition

  • Executed a comprehensive corporate rebranding initiative and launched the PodMagic podcast to engage the IT community.
  • Secured 12 prestigious industry awards for technological excellence across edge computing, storage innovation, and data virtualization, including recognitions from the Globee Awards, DCS Awards, MSP Channel Awards, Network Computing, and the Data Breakthrough Awards.
  • Garnered 11 corporate and executive accolades from CRN, G2, and Network Computing, highlighting the company’s exceptional customer service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the IT channel.

About StorMagic

StorMagic builds right-sized virtualization solutions for real-world IT environments. Its software is designed to be simple to deploy, easy to manage and highly available, helping organizations keep critical applications and data running at and near the edge. Founded in 2006, StorMagic works closely with IT teams to deliver practical, reliable virtualization for organizations operating from a single site to thousands of locations.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Retail Strategy: Cloud + Edge Architecture

As retail and restaurant operators integrate more complex technologies—from smart kitchens to AI-driven vision—the underlying infrastructure must evolve from disconnected silos into a unified foundation.

“Operators are running more applications than ever, but they can’t afford to manage a portfolio of disconnected systems, each with its own choke point.”
 

From “A La Carte” to Integrated Infrastructure

Fragmented models create operational blind spots and limit data value. Richard Newman emphasizes that true digital transformation requires moving away from vendor-specific data silos and toward an architecture that makes store-level data actionable in real-time.

The New Blueprint: Cloud + Edge

The conversation highlighted a critical shift: the “cloud-only” era is giving way to Cloud + Edge. While cloud provides management oversight, local edge computing handles the high-bandwidth, low-latency demands of modern AI and machine learning applications.

Strategic Takeaways

  • Eliminate Complexity Entropy: Complex systems are prone to degradation; consolidate workloads to increase resiliency.
  • Infrastructure-First Security: Proactively secure the network foundation rather than relying on individual device vendors.
  • AI Readiness: Local compute power is essential for computer vision and real-time data processing.

About Scale Computing
Scale Computing is a leader in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions. Scale Computing HC3 software eliminates the need for traditional virtualization software, disaster recovery software, servers, and shared storage, replacing these with a fully integrated, highly available system for running applications. Using patented HyperCore™ technology, the HC3 self-healing platform automatically identifies, mitigates, and corrects infrastructure problems in real-time, enabling applications to achieve maximum uptime. When ease-of-use, high availability, and TCO matter, Scale Computing HC3 is the ideal infrastructure platform. Read what our customers have to say on Gartner Peer Insights, Spiceworks, TechValidate and TrustRadius.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

Cyber-Intelligence Advisory: Understanding Adware

Adware operates as a revenue engine for cybercriminals by hijacking your system’s interface to display a relentless stream of advertisements. While often perceived as a mere nuisance, its impact on system stability and data privacy is significant.

The Core Threat: Adware consumes substantial CPU and memory cycles. If left unchecked, it can render a device nearly unusable through constant background processes, browser redirects, and forced banners.
 

Common Infiltration Methods

  • Bundled Payloads: Silent installation alongside legitimate “freeware” or browser plugins.
  • Network-Level Injection: Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks on unencrypted public Wi-Fi.
  • Browser Hijacking: Forcing changes to your default search engine and homepage to manipulate ad traffic.

 

Defensive Best Practices

  • Official Acquisition: Restrict all app downloads to verified platforms like Google Play or the App Store.
  • Vigilant Browsing: Avoid interacting with high-risk “sensationalist” ads or suspicious domains.
  • Proactive Scanning: Deploy a reputable antimalware solution to identify hidden installers that bypass standard antivirus.
  • Custom Installation: Always review “Advanced” or “Custom” setup options to opt-out of bundled software.

About NordPass
NordPass is developed by Nord Security, a company leading the global market of cybersecurity products.

The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

NIS2 Compliance & Log Management

2025-12-22   A log correlation engine automates the process of linking fragmented event data across diverse systems, transforming raw logs into real-time, actionable insights. By normalizing data and applying correlation rules, it reduces alert fatigue, accelerates incident detection (MTTD), and enables faster root cause analysis for improved security and operational efficiency.

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Storware Backup and Recovery 7.5 Release

Enterprise Data Protection for Heterogeneous Infrastructure

“Heterogeneous environments are the norm now, not the exception. Storware 7.5 ensures organizations can protect OpenStack, Nutanix, and Proxmox workloads with enterprise-grade reliability.”

— Paweł Mączka, CEO of Storware

 

Platform Updates & Strategic Integrations

Platform9 Integration
Native backup and recovery for SaaS-managed OpenStack and Kubernetes environments.
V2V Migration
Automated migration path from Citrix Hypervisor and XCP-ng to OpenStack using existing backup workflows.
Nutanix v4 API
Complete redesign leveraging Volume Groups for optimized performance and AHV forward compatibility.
Proxmox Synthetic Backup
Eliminate periodic full backups with SSH-based synthetic fulls, reducing storage and network load.

 

Key Changes by Platform

PlatformFeature UpdatePrimary Impact
OpenStackMultithreaded ReadsSignificant throughput boost for large workloads.
ProxmoxCeph v19 SupportUnblocks storage upgrades for Proxmox users.
OS AgentDatabase ReliabilityReduced corruption risk under heavy multi-tenant loads.

 

Experience the Power of Storware 7.5

Version 7.5 is a free upgrade for all customers with an active support agreement.

About Storware
Storware is a backup software producer with over 10 years of experience in the backup world. Storware Backup and Recovery is an enterprise-grade, agent-less solution that caters to various data environments. It supports virtual machines, containers, storage providers, Microsoft 365, and applications running on-premises or in the cloud. Thanks to its small footprint, seamless integration into your existing IT infrastructure, storage, or enterprise backup providers is effortless.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

DDoS Protection & Awareness Guide

Impact Analysis: A successful DDoS attack can force critical applications offline, leading to immediate revenue loss and severe operational disruption.
 

Attack Vectors & Methods

Volumetric (Layer 3/4)
Floods the network with massive amounts of traffic to saturate available bandwidth.
Protocol (SYN Flood)
Exploits server handshakes to consume all available processing resources.
Application (Layer 7)
Target specific website features to cause malfunctions or serve as a distraction for breaches.
 

Defensive Best Practices

Security LayerCountermeasure
Network EdgeImplement Rate Limiting and DDoS Scrubbing.
ArchitectureDeploy Load Balancers and overflow traffic channels.
EndpointEnforce strict patch management to prevent botnet assimilation.

About NordPass
NordPass is developed by Nord Security, a company leading the global market of cybersecurity products.

The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.

AI Security: The Zero Trust Mandate

Executive Summary: Zero Trust architecture prevents AI-driven data leaks by continuously verifying every request, ensuring your team can leverage AI tools without compromising corporate control.

The Current Risk Landscape

Traditional “perimeter” security assumes internal users are safe. In the world of AI, this leads to over-privileged bots and accidental exposure of intellectual property.

AI ThreatThe VulnerabilityThe Zero Trust Fix
Shadow AIUnapproved app usageStrict Endpoint Auditing
Prompt InjectionManipulated Model CommandsIsolated Micro-segmentation
Over-PrivilegeExcessive Data AccessLeast Privilege Enforcement

Proactive Security Steps

  • Audit: Identify hidden AI tools currently running on your network.
  • Verify: Require machine-level authentication for every AI-to-Data interaction.
  • Confine: Limit the “blast radius” of any model by restricting its backend permissions.
  • Monitor: Implement continuous re-verification of all AI sessions.

About Nord Security
The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.

About NordLayer
NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses – from the world’s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.

The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.

About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.

Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.