The hack attack that takes your computer hostage
Clip: 4/16/2015 | 8m
An increasingly prevalent form of computer hacking known as Ransomware is on the rise.
Ransomware, a type of software that computer hackers use to hold individuals' data hostage by blocking access to files unless they agree to pay a ransom, is on the rise. And because anyone with an internet connection is vulnerable, the problem highlights a growing threat that consumers face on both their personal computers and mobile devices.
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The hack attack that takes your computer hostage
Clip: 4/16/2015 | 8m
Ransomware, a type of software that computer hackers use to hold individuals' data hostage by blocking access to files unless they agree to pay a ransom, is on the rise. And because anyone with an internet connection is vulnerable, the problem highlights a growing threat that consumers face on both their personal computers and mobile devices.
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