Google has introduced a new ransomware detection and file recovery feature for Google Drive, aiming to strengthen data security as more users increasingly rely on cloud storage for important files. As cloud services such as OneDrive, iCloud and Google Drive continue to grow in popularity, so too do concerns over cyber threats, particularly ransomware attacks. According to a post on the Google Workspace Updates blog, the new system uses artificial intelligence to identify potential ransomware threats. Currently, the ransomware protection feature is available only to Google Workspace customers on Business and Enterprise plans. Source: Google Workspace Updates blogThe Admin console setting for ransomware detection Photo: Google Workspace Updates blogEmail to admins when potential ransomware is detected Photo: Google Workspace Updates blogAdmin alert in the Alert center with information on the potential ransomware detection Photo: Google Workspace Updates blogAlert detail on the ransomware detection Photo: Google Workspace Updates blogEnd user alert in Drive for desktop when ransomware is detected Photo: Google Workspace Updates blog

Source: Bangkok Post April 05, 2026 04:50 UTC