RanSim is a ransomware simulation software for Windows developed by KnowBe4 to test the system’s vulnerability to encrypted viruses without causing real damage.
Simulation
The program runs controlled simulations of ransomware attacks on computing applying benign methods that do not cause actual harm or encryption. The convenient part is users perform these tests without compromising data, ensuring a secure environment for evaluation. The engine mimics the behavior of real-world ransomware strains to test system resilience.
There are over twenty simulated attack types, including encryption-based, overwrite and stealth-based techniques. Each method mimics tactics used by actual ransomware variants observed in the wild. The app provides a clear view of how protection tools handle diverse threats.
Antivirus
Furthermore, it is possible to check how well your current protection service or endpoint detection and response solution handles simulated threats. The report highlights which attacks were blocked or failed to be detected by your installed software. Scan results allow you to identify specific blind spots in your security stack. In case you need a comprehensive safeguard suite, you may try Bitdefender.
Features
- works safely without modifying the system or files;
- users are able to tests antivirus and EDR capabilities;
- possible to generate detailed post-test security reports;
- free to download and use;
- compatible with modern Windows versions.
