UK businesses will be better protected from ransomware threats under new global guidance launched by the UK government and international partners.

The new guidance helps organisations spot weaknesses in their supply chain before criminals do – setting out clear practical steps to check the security of key suppliers and safeguard against vulnerabilities.

Developed by the UK and Singapore at a global summit of the Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI), it’s designed to make businesses more resilient and prevent hackers from exploiting the links that connect suppliers and customers.

Sixty-seven members of the CRI have endorsed the guidance, demonstrating its international significance.

Ransomware is software used maliciously by cyber criminals to access vital computer systems. Systems and

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