Ransomware is no longer a matter of “if” but “when.” From public sector organisations to large-scale enterprises, attacks are growing more sophisticated — and more expensive. But while most companies have security measures in place, very few actually measure their ability to recover. That’s where the R-Score comes in.

What is the R-Score?

The R-Score is a free, public service framework created by HYCU and industry partners to help organisations measure their ransomware recovery readiness. Think of it as a credit score for your ability to bounce back from an attack.

It evaluates four key dimensions:

Backup Infrastructure – Are your backups isolated, tested, and protected?

Recovery Processes – How quickly and accurately can you restore systems?

Security Posture – Are preventative measures integrated with recovery plans?

Governance – Are policies, training, and oversight in place to respond effectively?

Why Measuring Your R-Score Matters

Visibility: Many organisations think they’re prepared but haven’t tested recovery at scale.

Benchmarking: Compare your readiness against industry averages.

Prioritisation: Identify and close gaps that put you at higher risk.

Stakeholder Confidence: Provide tangible proof of readiness to your board, customers, or partners.

What Happens After You Get Your R-Score

Once you have your score, you’ll receive a tailored breakdown of where your organisation excels, and where you need to improve. This creates an actionable roadmap to strengthen your ransomware resilience.

Why Now is the Time to Act

With attack frequency and ransom demands climbing, waiting to assess your recovery capabilities could be a costly gamble. An R-Score assessment takes just minutes, is completely free, and arms you with vital insight.

Take your first step towards ransomware resilience. Book your free R-Score assessment today and find out if you’re ready to recover.

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