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Training Camp • Cybersecurity Glossary
Ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or data until a sum of money is paid.
Ransomware Definition: Ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or data until a sum of money is paid.
Ransomware is a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or its data, typically by encrypting files, until a sum of money is paid. It is a form of extortion attack where cybercriminals demand payment, usually in cryptocurrency, in exchange for providing the victim with a decryption key to unlock their files. Ransomware can cause significant disruptions to businesses and individuals, resulting in financial losses and data breaches.
Ransomware is one of the topics you'll master in the CEH Boot Camp.
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