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I don't think this will set any precedent. Unlike a standard kidnapping and ransom, where there is a huge amount at stake for the kidnapper - there is little co
by deanclatworthy 5y ago
I don't think this will set any precedent. Unlike a standard kidnapping and ransom, where there is a huge amount at stake for the kidnapper - there is little consequence for ransomware authors and those who hold businesses hostage. They do it from the other side of the world, anonymously (assuming good opsec) and if someone doesn't pay up, they just move on.
- waihtis 5y agoNot this event alone, sure, but it is a step in the right direction. The attitude will need further adoption and it may drive pre-emptive actions actions ransomware instead of the "do nothing and cash out on insurance" approach
- deanclatworthy 5y agoThis hasn't really worked for real-life kidnap/ransom, which has probably been done since the dawn of civilisation. I don't see why it would change now.
- jrkdkfkfkr 5y agoKidnap/ransom only really exists in countries with poor or corrupt governance. It's a solved thing in the West for example, because the criminals know they will not get away with it. It's easier to get away with murder, because it doesn't create such social commotion, which in turn bring in the government focus.