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Commvault and SimSpace Launch Groundbreaking Cyber Recovery Range

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the frequency and sophistication of cyber threats have increased dramatically. Addressing this pressing issue, Commvault, a prominent player in data protection and cyber resilience solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with SimSpace, a leader in cyber range solutions. Together, they have unveiled the Commvault Recovery Range, a revolutionary platform designed to improve organizations' preparedness against cyber threats while enhancing their recovery capabilities. This innovative offering enables defenders to simulate real-world cyber attacks and conduct recovery exercises in a realistic environment.

An Innovative Approach to Cyber Preparedness

The Commvault Recovery Range sets itself apart from traditional cyber ranges. Most existing solutions focus predominantly on threat detection and mitigation strategies, often neglecting the recovery aspect, which is critical after an attack occurs. By integrating attack simulations with essential recovery exercises, the Commvault Recovery Range provides a comprehensive training framework that includes all phases of incident response—from detection to recovery.

The platform utilizes SimSpace’s award-winning cyber range technology to create a realistic and immersive training environment. This hands-on approach allows cybersecurity professionals to experience high-fidelity attack simulations mirroring their operational landscape, enabling them to practice and refine their response strategies under pressure.

Real-World Scenarios for Enhanced Learning

Participants in the Commvault Recovery Range will face challenges akin to those encountered during real cyber incidents, such as sophisticated attacks that mimic common ransomware threats. Defenders will be required to navigate a series of scenarios where they must make critical decisions and execute strategies in real-time. During these simulations, they will be tasked with tasks including validating data backups, managing infected data, and executing swift recovery plans to mitigate damage and reduce downtime.

For organizations, this experience is invaluable; research indicates that downtime from a ransomware attack can extend to over 24 days, costing companies millions in lost revenue and operational disruptions. As Bill O'Connell, Chief Security Officer at Commvault, states, "The experience of a real-world cyberattack and the harrowing challenges often experienced in rapidly recovering will help organizations strengthen their resilience."

Fostering Collaboration Across Teams

The Recovery Range emphasizes the importance of collaboration among various departments within an organization. It allows security and IT teams, including CSOs, CISOs, CIOs, and SecOps, to work together effectively during crisis situations. This cohesive approach is essential for developing a unified strategy to overcome cybersecurity incidents and restore operations rapidly.

Roland Cloutier, founder of The Business Protection Group, highlights the need for practical training, stating, "Creating muscle memory in cyber recovery operations requires ongoing training where teams engage in live-fire exercises. This preparation is crucial in ensuring that teams can respond effectively when a cyber incident occurs."

A Vision for the Future

The Commvault Recovery Range serves as a vital resource for organizations striving to enhance their cyber resilience strategies. It addresses a critical gap in cybersecurity training by merging detection, response, and recovery into a cohesive training approach. For every organization, understanding their essential processes, applications, and assets—termed their minimum viability—is crucial for recovering successfully after a cyberattack.

This powerful collaboration will be showcased at the RSA Conference 2025, taking place from April 28 to May 1 in San Francisco. Attendees are invited to visit the Alloy Collective for an immersive experience of a live cyberattack simulation and participate in discussions about resilience strategies and recovery tools.

By merging advanced attack simulations with essential recovery training, Commvault and SimSpace are setting a new standard in cybersecurity preparedness, helping businesses navigate the complexities of cyber threats and recover more efficiently—thus ensuring continuity and operational integrity in a challenging digital world.