US bank places trust in ransomware crew that promised to delete its data

A US bank has taken a notable approach by trusting a ransomware group that claimed it would delete the bank's stolen data. The bank's decision is based on the ransomware crew's promise to do so. This incident highlights an unusual dynamic between a victim organization and a ransomware group. The bank's trust in the group's promise suggests a level of negotiation and communication took place. The outcome of this situation is not specified, leaving the effectiveness of the bank's approach uncertain.