Russia has for years denied that it is harbouring ransomware hackers, but cyber-security experts say there is compelling evidence that many of the criminal groups are co-ordinated from the country. Many of the gangs operate on Russian-language forums, there are fewer attacks on Russian organisations, and the frequency of hacks dips during Russian public holidays. Seven Russian men have been sanctioned by the United Kingdom and United States for having links to recent ransomware attacks. How will this prevent the cyber attacks ?

