what is Ransomware?
Ransomware is a worm like component malware that can grow in your PC that's holds victim's PC to ransom, either by restricting the victim from access his files and documents on his PC. The ransom ware will display a ransom note on the victim's PC to pay them the given amount. They will embarrass the victim by collecting the browser history leaking it in public and court if the victim don't pay them .
Ransomware is also coming on phone, since most people surf internet on smartphone, they have found more opportunities to inject the virus even to smart phone users. the Ransomware is growing very fast and effecting more than 99 countries and will grow even more if people don take a good heed on this.
The Ransomware can lock the device either phone and PC encrypting the files stored in the device.
if you pay them they will unlock your device.
How to protect yourself from Ransome?
On your computer:
- Make sure you have comprehensive security software installed, such as Norton Security.
- The bad guys will take advantage of vulnerabilities found in software to install malware, so it’s important to keep the operating system and software on your computer up-to-date by installing the latest security patches and updates.
- Regularly back up any files stored on your computer. If your computer does become infected with ransomware, your files can be restored once the malware is removed from the computer.
On your mobile device:
- Avoid downloading apps from unfamiliar sites and only install apps from trusted sources.
- Back up everything on your mobile device so that if it does become infected and you can’t get access to your stuff, you can always restore everything from the backup.
- It’s also a good idea to install a security app, such as Norton Mobile Security, in order to protect your device and data.