As cyber-attacks intensify around the world, two experts argue for or against a ban on payments
They work anonymously so are hard to track down.Ransomware attacks prevent victims accessing computer systems or data until a ransom is paid.But paying ransoms is not illegal.Now, the Ransomware Task Force global coalition of cyber-experts is lobbying governments to take action.
Rapid7 community and public affairs vice-president Jen Ellis says: "Most people agree, in an ideal world, the government would prohibit paying ransoms."And no-one would be faced with funding organised crime.
Cyber Threat Alliance president and chief executive Michael Daniel says: "The case for prohibiting ransom payments is clear."And without profit, attackers will shift away from this tactic.
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