This paper initially covers common infection vectors and how ransomware spreads. Both aspects provide an understanding that is helpful to know before covering prevention and detection techniques. As such, the recommendation is to read the paper from start to finish. However, if you already know the history of ransomware, feel free to move throughout the paper at your leisure—although one exception is the deep dive into RIPlace, which may clarify how ransomware changes over time.
Ransomware Prevention Report: How to Address a Pervasive and Unrelenting Threat
