The Absolute Beginners 2023 Guide to Cybersecurity - Part 3 - Mobile Ransomware

The video tutorial discusses ransomware, a type of malware that denies access to a device until a ransom is paid, often in cryptocurrency. It highlights the significant growth of mobile ransomware, especially after the success of Wannacry in 2017. The tutorial explains two main types of ransomware: crypto ransomware, which encrypts files, and locker ransomware, which locks the device interface. It also covers common infection methods, such as malicious apps and spam links. The video promises to address prevention and removal techniques in a subsequent section.

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