Episode #18: The Evils of Ransomware

Ransomware is one of the most malicious types of malware, and one of the most profitable malware for Hackers. It is an exploit in which the hacker tricks you into downloading a program that encrypts your data, and then demands payment for the decryption key. In this podcast we will discuss how to prevent this type of hack, and what to do if you become infected with ransomware.

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