malware and ransomware

Malware refers to malicious software that is specifically designed to harm or infiltrate computer systems without the user's consent. It can include viruses, worms, spyware, adware, and other malicious programs that can gather sensitive information or cause damage to the system. Ransomware, on the other hand, is a specific type of malware that encrypts the victim's data and holds it hostage, demanding a ransom in exchange for the decryption key. It restricts access to the files or system until the ransom is paid, often exploiting vulnerabilities in security to gain access initially.

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