Tag: malware
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Held Hostage: Understanding and Defending Against Ransomware Attacks
Imagine turning on your computer to find a chilling message: all your personal files—photos, documents, financial records—have been encrypted and are now inaccessible. To get them back, you must pay a ransom to an anonymous attacker. This is the reality of a ransomware attack, one of the most destructive and feared forms of malware. Ransomware…
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Warning: Your Computer is Infected! Deconstructing the Tech Support Scam
A sudden, alarming pop-up message flashes across your screen, complete with warning sirens and a stark message: ‘Your computer has been infected with a virus! Call this number immediately to speak with a certified technician.’ This is the classic opening move of a tech support scam, a deceptive scheme designed to frighten you into believing…