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Deputy National Security Advisor, Cyber & Emerging Tech Anne Neuberger | Full Interview | Code 2022
US Deputy National Security Advisor Anne Neuberger shares key insights on tackling ransomware attacks, including economic sanctions, cybersecurity practices, and diplomacy, in a comprehensive interview at Code 2022.
- The US government is working to tackle ransomware attacks, with a focus on three main areas: economic sanctions, cybersecurity practices, and diplomacy.
- Economic sanctions have been successful in impacting Russia’s ability to use ransomware, with Iran and North Korea also being targeted.
- The US is promoting the use of post-quantum cryptography to prevent exploitation by quantum computers.
- Crypto is being used for illicit activities, including money laundering, and the government is working to disrupt these activities.
- Insurance companies are not yet playing a significant role in combating ransomware, but there is potential for them to do so.
- Ransomware attacks can have significant consequences, including the disruption of critical infrastructure.
- The US is promoting the use of digital identity verification to combat ransomware.
- Encryption is essential for protecting transactions, and the government is working to promote its use.
- The National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) is working to develop post-quantum cryptographic algorithms.
- Tornado.cash is a type of cryptocurrency mixer that can be used to launder money.
- The US government is also working on coordinating with other countries to combat ransomware.
- Cybersecurity practices, including back-ups and multi-factor authentication, are crucial for protecting against ransomware attacks.
- The use of mixers can make it difficult to track the movement of illicit funds.
- The government is also working to promote the use of anti-money laundering rules and know your customer requirements.
- The US government is working to promote the use of strong encryption and digital signature algorithms.
- The government is also working to combat the use of cryptocurrency for malicious activities, including money laundering.
- The US is working to promote the use of quantum-resistant cryptography to prevent exploitation by quantum computers.
- The government is also working to promote the use of cybersecurity standards and best practices.
- The US is also working to promote the use of digital identity verification and authentication.
- The government is also working to promote the use of anti-crypt money laundering rules and requirements.