Understanding Ransomware
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Ransomware is a malware attack that uses a variety of methods to prevent or limit an organization or individual from accessing their IT systems and data, either by locking the system’s screen, or by encrypting files until a ransom is paid, usually in cryptocurrency for reasons of anonymity.
By encrypting these files and demanding a ransom payment for the decryption key, the malware places organizations in a position where paying the ransom is the easiest and most cost-effective way to regain access to their files.… Continue reading
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