UK government wants ransomware victims to report breaches so it can carry out ‘targeted disruptions’ against hackers
The UK government has proposed a new policy that would require ransomware victims to report any ransom payments to the authorities. The goal is to gather information that can be used to identify and disrupt the activities of cybercriminals. Experts have welcomed this change, stating that the data collected from such reports could aid in catching and stopping these hackers. By understanding how ransomware attacks are carried out and the methods used by cybercriminals, the government can initiate targeted disruptions to impede their operations. The proposed policy aims to improve the country's response to the growing threat of ransomware, which has become an increasingly common and costly problem for businesses and individuals. By encouraging victims to come forward, the government hopes to better tackle this issue and protect against future attacks.
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