#CybercrimeTreaty

UN Approves Cybercrime Treaty Despite Major Tech, Privacy Concerns

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August 12, 2024 at 05:05PM The United Nations committee has advanced a final draft of a treaty to combat cross-border cybercriminal organizations. The treaty, if adopted, would criminalize unauthorized access to information systems and require support from various companies. However, concerns have been raised about its potential to infringe on human rights and enable repressive … Read more

Ransomware payment ban: Wrong idea at the wrong time

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January 6, 2024 at 08:30AM A ban on ransomware payments is suggested but is unlikely to work due to various reasons. Excluding critical infrastructure from the ban is essential, as not paying a ransom in these cases could risk lives. Additionally, enforcement and international cooperation present significant challenges. Instead, organizations should focus on enhancing their … Read more