How could ransomware be introduced to and executed on a server?

Has anyone here experienced a ransomware attack? What lessons were learned from dealing with it?

What can be done to remove a ransomware variant like Cerber README.hta from an infected computer?

How do ransomware attacks typically infect computers? Are there common mistakes users make that lead to infection?

How does scareware differ from ransomware in terms of behavior and impact?

Can system restore points help recover from ransomware attacks, or are they typically encrypted as well?

What are the best ways to respond to and mitigate ransomware attacks?

Should people trust the built-in ransomware protection in Windows 11, or are additional security measures necessary?

Is it possible to purchase ransomware tools? If so, why would anyone want to do this?