> An individual willingly trying to compromise their employer’s network is not going to publicize not getting paid because it will get him/her arrested. They w

> An individual willingly trying to compromise their employer’s network is not going to publicize not getting paid because it will get him/her arrested. They will anonymously post on the message boards dedicated to ransomeware gangs that this particular gang is not reputable. Like leaving a Yelp review, except even more trustworthy because it's a relatively tight-knit community. It would only work out for the gang if the ransom was enough money they decide to "retire" and not pay out. In all other situations, they need their reputation.