In this latest episode of the VMblog Expert Interview Series, we welcome
back Anthony Cusimano, Technical Marketing Director at Object First, to
discuss the company's innovative approach to secure backup storage for
Veeam environments.
Anthony provides an in-depth look at Object First's technology-founded
by Veeam creators Ratmir Timashev and Andrei Baronov-which focuses on
creating ransomware-proof storage devices specifically built for Veeam
backup data. The company's OOTBI (Out-Of-The-Box Immutability) solution
combines hardened security at every layer with a zero access policy for
destructive actions, ensuring backup data remains immutable and
protected against ransomware attacks.
Key highlights from our conversation include:
- How Object First's technology works to create truly immutable backup
storage
- The unique security approach that prevents even administrators from
deleting data within immutability windows
- Results from third-party security testing by NCC Group confirming the
platform's security capabilities
- Object First's latest product releases, including new 20TB, 40TB, and
432TB storage appliances
- Upcoming announcements at VeeamON 2025 regarding new acquisition
models and pricing structures
- The continued acceleration of ransomware threats, with Anthony noting
that "96% of the time that a ransomware attack happens, the ransomware
goes after the backup data"
Anthony also shares insights about Object First's close partnership with
Veeam and their continued commitment to staying in lockstep with
Veeam's development roadmap to provide the best possible secure storage
solutions for Veeam users.
If you're attending VeeamON 2025, be sure to stop by the Object First
booth for product demos, trivia sessions with prizes including Star Wars
LEGO sets, and to learn about their latest announcements.
For those who can't attend VeeamON in person, Anthony invites viewers to
visit objectfirst.com, follow Object First on LinkedIn, or tune into
their monthly "Zero Gravity" show on YouTube for all the latest updates.