NIST, federal and private-sector partners share tools on combating ransomware, urge stakeholder engagement

The National Institute of Standards and Technology along with partners in government and the private sector are touting an array of tools currently available or in the works to help organizations defend against ransomware attacks, and are seeking input on how best to assist smaller entities and make the resources most useful to stakeholders.

“We want your input – don’t hold back, let us have it,” Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves urged participants in NIST’s Wednesday virtual workshop...