Index Engines patents AI analytic process to combat ransomware

HOLMDEL, N.J. —Index Engines has announced what it’s calling a milestone in its efforts to minimize the impact of ransomware: a newly patented AI process (#12248574) that automates the collection, detection, and analysis of emerging threats.

Developed in Index Engines' CyberSense Research Lab, the process automates the ingestion and behavioral analysis of ransomware variants in a controlled environment, enabling continuous training of AI/ML models on real-world attack patterns. The result is faster corruption detection, smarter recovery decisions, and stronger data integrity.

“Cyber resilience requires more than reactive tools—it demands AI that’s been rigorously trained, tested, and proven in real-world conditions,” said Geoff Barrall, chief product officer at Index Engines. “Our patented automated facility downloads, detonates, and monitors real ransomware to continuously train and refine our models—something no simulation can replicate. This patent validates our unique approach and reinforces our leadership in cyber resilience.”

This approach has been validated 99.99% effective in detecting ransomware-induced corruption by Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) and the company’s CyberSense Research Lab has been heavily reviewed and lauded by analyst firm Futuriom.

"To truly defend against ransomware, you have to think like the adversary,” said Jim McGann, chief marketing officer at Index Engines. “That means studying how these threats behave - not just guessing what they might do. At Index Engines, we’ve patented a process that does exactly that. It’s like preparing for the Super Bowl: we watch the game tape, analyze every move, and train accordingly. Others are still hoping their antiquated playbook holds up - we’re already adapting to the next attack."