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Ransomware

Ransomware – The newest threat

Do you have any idea about  Ransomware?

Ransomware is a kind of malware which prevents you from accessing your system or files. It forces you to pay a ransom via online to get a decrypt key. A ransomware are called a cryptovirus, cryptotrojan or cryptoworm.

Ransomware Infection

  • Can be Downloaded to the systems when users visit malicious or compromised websites.
  • Can be arrived as a payload of another malware.
  • Delivered as an attachment from spammed email.
  • Downloaded through malvertisements.
  • Dropped by exploit kits.

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