What is a ransomware attack?

The correct answer is C. It encrypts a victim's data and prevents access to it. Ransomware is malware that encrypts a victim’s files or systems to deny access, then demands payment in exchange for restoring access (typically by providing a decryption method).

Submitted by weili_xi· Mar 6, 2026Security Concepts

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AIt is a component of a malware attack used to establish a remote covert channel.
BIt is malicious software that steals confidential data.
CIt encrypts a victim's data and prevents access to it.
DThe volume of data exceeds the storage.

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B
3% (1)
C
95% (37)
D
3% (1)

Explanation

Ransomware is malware that encrypts a victim’s files or systems to deny access, then demands payment in exchange for restoring access (typically by providing a decryption method).

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