Guide to Avoiding Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware is a type of malicious software (malware) that can infect computers. It usually encrypts files on the victim's hard drive so that they become inaccessible unless a ransom amount ranging from several hundred to several thousand dollars is paid. Some types of ransomware also threaten to publish the files online if payment isn't made.
While many people think that ransomware is a new phenomenon, this type of cyber security threat has been around for quite some time. In fact, the first documented ransomware attack took place in 1989. The malware that delivered the attack was poorly designed, making it possible to restore the affected files without paying.
However, in the last few years, ransomware has gotten more prevalent and sophisticated. The availability of anonymous crypto...
