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Ransomware victims sometimes pay attackers, report says

The headline discusses whether paying ransomware demands can sometimes be the best response.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 26, 2026, 4:07 PM UTC.

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Ransomware payments can sustain criminal operations and complicate recovery from widespread digital disruption.

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When it comes to ransomware, it's sometimes best to pay up ↗qcostarica.com · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 4:02 PM UTC

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