COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Try your best to get rid of it before anyone finds out.
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Pay the ransom. You need your files back!
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Disconnect your computer from the network.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -First, disconnect the infected computer or device from your network. If your data has been stolen, take steps to protect your company and notify those who might be affected. Report the attack right away to your local FBI office. Check to see if you can restore your systems from back-ups.
Detailed explanation-2: -You’ll want to determine how many computers on your network have been infected, and isolate them from the rest of the network. Temporarily lock-down network sharing of multiple drives and check file servers to see how far the damage has spread. Look for files with newly-encrypted file extensions like .
Detailed explanation-3: -Disconnect the infected computer from the network If you suspect a ransomware attack on your computer, immediately disconnect it from the network and get it offline. By isolating the malware you will prevent it from spreading and limit the infection.
Detailed explanation-4: -Use antivirus or anti-malware software to clean the ransomware from the machine, but only do so if you are determined not to pay the ransom. (Otherwise, wait until you’ve recovered your files.) You may have to reboot into Safe Mode by pressing the power button and the S key on the keyboard at the same time.