COMPUTER ETHICS AND SECURITY
TYPES OF THREATS AND ATTACKS
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blocks access until money is paid
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steals your money
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when someone steals your computer
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Malware that multiplies
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Detailed explanation-1: -What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a type of malicious software that infects a computer and restricts users’ access to it until a ransom is paid to unlock it. Ransomware variants have been observed for several years and often attempt to extort money from victims by displaying an on-screen alert.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sophos: The State of Ransomware 2022 Overall, almost half (44%) of the respondents whose organisation’s data had been encrypted used multiple methods to restore data. While paying the ransom almost always gets you some data back, the percentage of data restored after paying has dropped.
Detailed explanation-3: -Ransomware is a type of malware that prevents or limits users from accessing their system, either by locking the system’s screen or by locking the users’ files until a ransom is paid.
Detailed explanation-4: -In these cases, failure to comply with regulations or report a ransomware attack could land organization officials in prison or subject the business to hefty fines. Some countries have laws against ransom payments, making it illegal to comply with cybercriminals’ demands for funds.
Detailed explanation-5: -Ransomware is a type of malware attack in which the attacker locks and encrypts the victim’s data, important files and then demands a payment to unlock and decrypt the data.