Ransomware
PROGRAM THAT LOCKS FILES UNTIL A SUM OF MONEY IS PAID
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Ransomware is a type of malware from cryptovirology that threatens to publish the victim's personal data or permanently block access to it unless a ransom is paid. While some simple ransomware may lock the system without damaging any files, more advanced malware uses a technique called cryptoviral extortion.