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# Ransomware Canary
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## What is a Ransomware Canary?
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If you're a computer user who's found a strange-looking file on your system guiding you to this page, you're in the right place! The file you found, which led you here, is called a ransomware canary.
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## Purpose
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A ransomware canary is a security feature deployed by Huntress EDR that:
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- Acts as an early warning system for ransomware attacks
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- Monitors for unauthorized file encryption
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- Alerts security teams to potential threats before widespread damage occurs
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## What to Do
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If you found this file on your computer, **do not delete it**. It's a protective measure put in place by your IT administrator.
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## Related Documentation
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- [Huntress EDR](Huntress_EDR.md) - Endpoint detection and response
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