Ransomware Exit TIcket

What is ransomware?

• Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom.

• Ransomware is a type of hardware that encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom.

• Ransomware is a type of antivirus software that protects a victim's files from encryption.

• Ransomware is a type of software that deletes a victim's files and demands a ransom.

Name one type of ransomware.

• Zepto

• CryptoLocker

• WannaCry

• Locky

What are some common targets of ransomware attacks?

• individuals, businesses, and organizations

• educational institutions

• non-profit organizations

• government agencies

How does ransomware typically infect a computer?

• Through malicious email attachments, infected websites, or software vulnerabilities.

• By downloading pirated software

• By connecting to an infected network

• By clicking on suspicious links or pop-up ads

What is the purpose of ransomware?

• To encrypt files or lock a computer and demand a ransom.

• To delete files and destroy data.

• To protect files and enhance computer security.

• To provide free software and services.

What is the difference between encrypting and decrypting data?

• Decrypting data converts plain text into ciphertext.

• Encrypting and decrypting data are the same process.

• Encrypting data converts ciphertext into plain text.

• The difference between encrypting and decrypting data is that encrypting converts plain text into ciphertext, while decrypting converts ciphertext back into plain text.

What are some signs that your computer may be infected with ransomware?

• Regular software updates, strong firewall protection, and secure network connections

• Increased storage capacity, faster processing speed, and improved performance

• Files being encrypted and inaccessible, receiving ransom messages, slow performance, unusual network activity, disabled antivirus or security software.

• Frequent pop-up ads, system crashes, and random restarts

What is the role of backups in protecting against ransomware?

• Backups can encrypt data to protect against ransomware attacks.

• Backups provide a means to restore data and systems to a previous state before a ransomware attack occurred.

• Backups can automatically detect and remove ransomware from systems.

• Backups can prevent ransomware attacks from happening in the first place.