Perspective Chapter: Ransomware
Ransomware refers to a type of malware that encrypts files on an infected computer and holds the key to decrypt the files until the victim pays a ransom. Ransomware has seen explosive growth over the past few years and has rapidly evolved into a highly lucrative business model. Sophisticated advance...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2023
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/84571 |
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| Sumario: | Ransomware refers to a type of malware that encrypts files on an infected computer and holds the key to decrypt the files until the victim pays a ransom. Ransomware has seen explosive growth over the past few years and has rapidly evolved into a highly lucrative business model. Sophisticated advanced persistent threats (APTs) are employing ransomware to maximize their profits with multiple layers of monetization strategies. New versions appear frequently with ever-evolving tactics and techniques making detection harder. In this chapter, we present a brief history of ransomware, top threat actors employing ransomware, tactics used, and key strategies firms need to deploy to prevent, detect, and respond to ransomware in attacks. |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83768-444-1 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.108433 |