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Ransomware

Threats

Malware that locks your files for money.

Definition

Ransomware is malware that encrypts your files or blocks your device and demands payment to restore access.

In plain English Malware that locks your files for money.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It can lock personal photos and documents and sometimes involves stealing data too.

Example

Example: A computer shows a ransom note after files are encrypted.