10202221 - Master - Cyber Pandemic Training Book.pdf

Ransomware

Ransomware is a type of malicious software or malware that encrypts data making it unusable. The cyber criminal holds the data hostage until the ransom is paid.

Most common infection vectors:

• Email phishing campaigns

Containing malicious file or link

• Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

• RDP is a network protocol that allows individuals to control resources and data over the internet. • Cyber criminals use methods to obtain credentials, once accessed can deploy malware to systems

• Software Vulnerabilities

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