Should we ban ransomware payments? It’s an attractive but dangerous idea
The U.S. and Australia are considering banning ransomware payments, but will it solve the problem, or harm people and destroy businesses?
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The U.S. and Australia are considering banning ransomware payments, but will it solve the problem, or harm people and destroy businesses?
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