Joint Statement of the Ministers and Representatives from the Counter Ransomware Initiative Meeting October 2021

Governments recognize the need for urgent action, common priorities, and complementary efforts to reduce the risk of ransomware. The White House Statements & Releases October 14, 2021 Having gathered virtually on October 13 and 14 to discuss the escalating global security threat from ransomware, we the Ministers and Representatives of Australia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech ... Read More»

Remarks by President Biden on the Colonial Pipeline Incident

And last night, I signed an executive order to improve the nation’s cybersecurity.  It calls for federal agencies to work more closely with the private sector to share information, strengthen cybersecurity practices, and deploy technologies that increase reliance against cyberattacks. The White House Speeches & Remarks May 13, 2021 Roosevelt Room 12:27 P.M. EDT THE ... Read More»

Statement by Deputy National Security Advisor for Cyber and Emerging Technology on SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange Incidents

The Biden Administration convened two Unified Coordination Groups (UCGs) to drive a whole of government response to the SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange incidents. Due to the vastly increased patching and reduction in victims, we are standing down the current UCG surge efforts and will be handling further responses through standard incident management procedures.  Read More»
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