Security News > 2016 > May > Five tips to avoid getting hit by ransomware (Help Net Security)

Ransomware has emerged as the predominant online security threat to home users and small businesses. Delivered through spam or phishing emails that trick users into clicking on malicious links, this type of malware renders computer systems, devices or files inaccessible and holds the victim hostage until payment is made, usually in the form of Bitcoins. “Understandably, nearly 1 in 3 security professionals at companies say they’d be willing to pay for the safe recovery of … More →

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