

Should You Pay Ransomware Attackers? A Game Theory Approach
4 snips Oct 17, 2023
Explore the debate on paying ransomware attackers in the cybersecurity industry, with a case study on the FBI's payment after the Colonial Pipeline attack. Apply game theory to analyze the dynamics between hackers and defenders. Learn about the business model of ransomware attackers and the risks of paying them. Discover the challenges insurance companies face in providing coverage for ransomware attacks. Discuss the debate on banning ransom payments and the importance of international cooperation in improving cybersecurity.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Analyzing the Dynamics of Ransomware Attacks
02:52 • 11min
The Business Model and Game Theory of Ransomware Attackers
14:08 • 5min
Paying Ransomware Attackers and Insurance Challenges
19:28 • 7min
The Cost of Paying Ransomware Attackers and the Debate on Banning Ransoms
26:38 • 6min