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Ransomware: Understanding Their Behavior and Operation
In the video, you will learn more about Ransomware, malware that locks files and then prompts users to pay in order to unlock them.
In this video, you will learn more about Ransomware, a type of malware that locks files and then prompts users to pay in order to unlock them. Increasingly, this is the most common form of attack because it is a way for hackers to make money.
Investigate and share: Find an article on a recent instance of Ransomware and evaluate what the consequences were for the firm under attack. Share your reflections in the comments area at the bottom of this page.
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Cyber Security Foundations: Common Malware Attacks and Defense Strategies
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