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Nate Fick spoke to students during a State Department recruitment event at Stanford University on Oct. 17, 2022. (Photo by JOSH EDELSON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Deterrence in cyberspace is possible — and ‘urgent’ — amid ‘alarming’ hybrid attacks, State cyber ambassador says

In an interview with CyberScoop, Nate Fick also discussed the structure of his office and regions of emphasis.

Sep 18, 2024 By Tim Starks

Aerial view of the city of San Jose, Costa Rica at night. (Getty Images)

Latin America governments are prime targets for ransomware due to lack of resources, analysis argues

The recent high-profile attacks on Costa Rica and Peru are examples of the dynamic, researchers say.

Jun 16, 2022 By AJ Vicens

President Rodrigo Chaves and First Lady Signe Zeicate greets the camera after being inaugurated during the presidential inauguration ceremony at the Legislative Assembly building on May 8, 2022 in San Jose, Costa Rica.(Photo by Arnoldo Robert/Getty Images)

Costa Rican president claims collaborators are aiding Conti’s ransomware extortion efforts

The claim comes after Conti doubled its extortion demand to $20 million and called for the overthrow of the government.

May 17, 2022 By AJ Vicens

Presidente Rodrigo Chaves and First Lady greet the camera after being inaugurated during the presidential inauguration ceremony at the Legislative Assembly building on May 8, 2022 in San Jose, Costa Rica. (Photo by Arnoldo Robert/Getty Images)

Costa Rican president begins tenure with ransomware national emergency declaration

A Conti affiliate claimed responsibility and has posted more than 672 GB of data so far.

May 9, 2022 By AJ Vicens

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