U.S. Government sets up ransomware task force, offers $10 million reward for info

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The U.S. Government has set up a cross-agency ransomware task force, a hub for ransomware resources, and is offering $10 million for information on state-sponsored cyber attackers. “Ransomware is a long-standing problem and a growing national security threat. Tackling this challenge requires collaboration across every level of government, the private sector and our communities,” the U.S. Department of Justice said in the announcement. “Roughly $350 million in ransom was paid to malicious cyber actors in … More →

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