Despite warnings since 2014, many individuals and organizations continue to suffer ransomware infections. The FBI does not condone payment of ransom, says Christopher Stangl, section chief of the FBI’s Cyber Division. “The FBI reviews reported ransomware threats regardless of the loss amount,” officials at its Cyber Division say. On April 29, the FBI issued yet another ransomware alert, recommending: Prepare using both “awareness and robust technical controls,” including updated access controls, anti-malware tools and training for employees.”]
Source: https://www.cuinfosecurity.com/blogs/please-dont-pay-ransoms-fbi-urges-p-2120