All posts tagged "ransomware"
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65AML / KYCUS Prosecutors Unveils New Charges Against North Korean Hackers
Warrants have been issued for the arrest of the three programmers said to be involved in the Sony, WannaCry, Bangladesh Bank and other attacks.
February 22, 2021 -
851InternationalRansomware Attacks Present a Growing Threat to FIs: FS-ISAC
Even with robust cybersecurity programmes, large institutions are vulnerable to attacks through third-party suppliers. Smaller institutions are at even greater risk.
November 16, 2020 -
1.4KAML / KYCG7 Calls for Global Adoption of FATF Standards on VASPs
Effective implementation of the FATF Standards, including the 'travel rule', is needed to combat a recent surge in ransomware attacks.
October 16, 2020 -
1.2KAML / KYC
US Justice Dept Publishes Cryptocurrency Enforcement Framework
The framework provides a detailed threat overview, cataloging the three categories into which most illicit uses of cryptocurrency typically fall.
October 13, 2020 -
2.0KAML / KYCRansomware Payments May Breach OFAC Regulations
OFAC makes clear in a new advisory that it may impose civil penalties if ransomware payments are made to sanctioned individuals or entities.
October 4, 2020 -
1.5KAustralia & NZAustralia Unveils Cyber Security Strategy for 2020
Law enforcement will receive funding to bolster its ability to go after cyber criminals, complemented by the use of AUSTRAC’s financial intelligence expertise to target their profits.
August 7, 2020 -
1.3KAML / KYCInterpol Reveals ‘Alarming Rate’ of Cyberattacks During Covid-19
Interpol warns that a further increase in cybercrime is highly likely in the near future, citing vulnerabilities related to working from home.
August 5, 2020 -
297AML / KYCEU Imposes First Sanctions Against Cyber Attackers
Measures will be taken against six individuals and three entities, including travel bans, asset freezes, and a prohibition on obtaining funding from the EU.
August 4, 2020 -
1.3KFeatureJapan FSA Updates Financial Sector Cyber Policy
Japan's financial infrastructure may come under attack in the lead-up to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the FSA says as it prepares to guard against potential large-scale incidents.
October 22, 2018
