engineering computer science MCQ #1521

Which type of malware demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data?

engineering computer science MCQ #1521

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Which type of malware demands payment in exchange for restoring access to data?

    • A) Virus
    • B) Worm
    • C) Ransomware
    • D) Trojan

    Answer: Ransomware

    Explanation: Ransomware is malware that encrypts a victim's files or locks their device and demands a ransom in exchange for the decryption key or unlock code.