Ransomware Task Force Unveils Comprehensive Framework To Combat Ransomware

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Ransomware Task Force To Unveil Comprehensive Framework To Combat Ransomware

Ransomware is one of society’s most pervasive threats and poses a critical risk to both national and global security. This destructive cybercrime, which results in staggering financial losses and puts human life at risk, will need commitment from every level of government and private industry to mitigate this evolving threat.The Institute for Security and Technology (IST) — in partnership with a broad coalition of experts in industry, government, law enforcement, civil society, and international organizations who have joined IST’s Ransomware Task Force (RTF) — will deliver a comprehensive framework to combat ransomware on Thursday, April 29. At 10 AM PT/1 PM ET. This online event will feature:A Keynote from the Honorable Alejandro N. Mayorkas, U.S. Secretary of Homeland SecurityRecommendations — A variety of engagements with the RTF Co-Chairs to delve into the challenges posed by the ransomware threat and the comprehensive framework:Retired U.S. Army Major General John A. Davis, Vice President of Public Sector, Palo Alto NetworksMegan Stifel, Executive Director, Americas, Global Cyber AllianceMichael Phillips, Chief Claims Officer, Resilience InsuranceKemba Walden, Assistant General Counsel, Microsoft Digital Crimes UnitChris Painter, President, Global Forum on Cyber Expertise FoundationJen Ellis, Vice President of Community and Public Affairs, Rapid7Michael Daniel, President &amp; CEO, Cyber Threat AlliancePhilip Reiner, CEO, Institute for Security and TechnologyJoin us on Thursday, April 29th, 2021. Register now to save the date for this important conversation.