Recently, the International Anti Ransomware Organization（CRI）The fourth conference was held in Washington D.C., where a series of new guidelines were released and multiple important measures and strategies were proposed to address the threat of ransomware，During the conference,CRIWelcomeeighteenA new member has further expanded its international influence.

Faced with the frequent occurrence of ransomware attacks and the increasingly severe global network security situation,CRIThe summit is being held at an appropriate time with the aim of gathering global wisdom and discussing countermeasures together. On the eve of the summit，Officially released data showsThe number of ransomware attacks fromtwo thousand and twenty-twoYear's2,593Secondary surge74%totwo thousand and twenty-threeYear's4,506Next time,It is expected to continue to rise before the end of the year.Laura, Director of the US Cyber Threat Intelligence Center·Galant specifically pointed out that,two thousand and twenty-fourIn the first half of the year, the healthcare and emergency services industry became a high-risk area for ransomware attacks in the United StatesThis highlights the urgency of protecting these critical areas.

During the conference, from nearseventyRepresentatives from member countries conducted in-depth discussions on cybersecurity defense in the healthcare industry,wantStrengthen cooperation with online insurance companies and the private sector to more effectively curb ransomware crimes by reducing ransom payments and improving transparency in incident reporting. Network security expert Annie·Newberg emphasized that paying ransom is one of the root causes of the ongoing rampant ransomware.

CRIThe members also discussed the possibility of coordinating destructive actions,hopeWeakening the operational capabilities of ransomware organizations through collective efforts. In addition,CRIAnnounced to launch by the United States Agency for International Development（USAID）The leading special network ransomware fund provides financial assistance and guidance to victims, enhancing the defense capabilities of member countries. The meeting also focused on the security vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure and IoT devices, and proposed a series of specific measures to strengthen protection.

The summit featured a variety of highlights, with the establishment of a new public-private sector advisory group led by Canada, in-depth exchanges between Singapore and the United Kingdom on ransomware related policies, and Switzerland and the United States sharing best practices on mandatory reporting systems. France and the Netherlands led a seminar on anti ransomware for insurance companies, while the Security Software and Labeling Principles project, completed in collaboration with the United States and the United Kingdom, provided valuable technical guidance to member countries. In addition, the UK and Singapore take the leadI got itA sceneThe simulation exercise focusing on policy and business coordination in the event of attacks on the healthcare industry has further enhanced the emergency response capabilities of member countries. final,CRIMembers and insurance institutions jointly released guidelines for victim organizations, providing practical action frameworks for victims.

CRIThe successful holding of the fourth conference not only enhanced the international community's awareness of the threat of ransomware, but also promoted the comprehensive upgrade of the global network security defense system. future,CRIWe will continue to deepen international cooperation, formulate more targeted policy guidance, carry out diversified projects and activities, and provide comprehensive support to member countries, in totalDealing with the challenges brought by ransomware.