The Resilience Rundown: Dealing with Ransomware at a Global Level

In this episode of The Resilience Rundown, host Thomas Bryant sits down with Taylor Grossman, Deputy Director for Digital Security at the Institute for Security and Technology. Taylor discusses the significant challenges and evolving landscape of ransomware threats, emphasizing their transformation into a national security concern. Discover the origins and achievements of the Ransomware Task Force, initiated in response to the spike in ransomware attacks during the pandemic, targeting critical sectors like healthcare and education.
Taylor shares the comprehensive approach of the Task Force, detailing their 48 strategic recommendations aimed at deterring and disrupting ransomware activities, preparing and responding to incidents, and the crucial role of international cooperation in combating these threats.