Ransomware
Learning objectives
- By the end of this course, the learner will be able to: Restate what ransomware is and looks like on a computer. Illustrate examples of how ransomware can impact the company. Explain what to do in the event of a ransomware attack.
Course overview
Ransomware is malware that infects your system and either locks it down or encrypts your files, and then demands a ransom for those files to be unlocked or restored. You know you have a ransomware attack when you receive a pop-up window demanding a ransom of a certain amount. It may also provide a way to contact the hacker and detail how that ransom should be paid. In this course, we'll discuss the different types of ransomware, what you should do if you receive a ransomware message, and how to protect yourself from it.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 6 minutes
- Format: Video
- English