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@article{206850,
        author = {Rhea R Uppala and Dr. Subrahmanya Bhat},
        title = {Adaptive Immutable Storage Architecture for Ransomware Resilience in Distributed Systems},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {no},
        pages = {702-707},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=206850},
        abstract = {Ransomware threats have grown far beyond basic file-locking techniques, now involving complex, multi-phase attacks that specifically target backup systems and recovery processes. Conventional protection strategies, such as fixed immutable storage and routine backups, are no longer reliable against attackers who continuously adapt their methods. This study introduces an Adaptive Immutable Storage System (AIMS), designed to apply data immutability in a flexible manner by responding to real-time system activity and potential threat signals. The framework combines continuous behavior analysis, adjustable data retention strategies, and isolated snapshot mechanisms to block unauthorized changes and support fast restoration of data. Experimental results indicate that AIMS enhances data protection, shortens recovery duration, and effectively counters ransomware attacks aimed at backup environments, outperforming traditional static solutions.},
        keywords = {Ransomware, Immutable Storage, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Distributed Systems, Backup Security, Zero Trust Storage},
        month = {July},
        }