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Ransomware – what is it and how to remove it

Ransomware forces you to pay a ransom in order to access your own system. Learn how to recognize, remove, and protect yourself against ransomware attacks.

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Ransomware – what is it and how to remove it

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  1. What Is Ransomware? How To Remove Instantly

  2. WHAT IS RANSOMWARE? Ransomware is a malicious software which is also known as ransom- malware that threatens to delete or deny access to data, once it takes control over a computing device.

  3. HISTORY OF RANSOMWARE In 2005 first ransomware attack was happened and named as PC Cyborg which was initiated by Joseph Popp, Ph.D. He spread the virus by giving 20,000 floppy disks to AIDS researchers spanning more than 90 countries.

  4. TYPES OF RANSOMWARE Scareware Screen lockers Encrypting Ransomware

  5. WHO DOES RANSOMWARE ATTACKS TARGET? The recent global ransomware attacks on critical infrastructures prove cybercriminals are continually evolving their hacking techniques. Hackers will target mobile devices, wearables and IoT devices which are critical for many users. People who are unprepared will be victimized.

  6. HOW TO PREVENT RANSOMWARE ATTACKS? By following few best security practices a user can prevent ransomware infection. Improve your defenses and stay safe from all types of online threats by rigorously following these guidelines: Always update your operating system and keep it patched Never install software from unknown sources or give administrative privileges Install an antivirus software, that can effectively detect malicious software Back up your files, regularly and automatically

  7. RANSOMWARE PROTECTION FOR SINGLE PC USERS AND ENTERPRISE The Comodo Internet Security is one of the few effective free antivirus software that you can trust on. It does an amazing job of detecting threats as and when they occur on your computer. The Comodo Internet Security includes firewall, antivirus, a tricked-out browser, sandboxing, secure shopping, and more. You get more out of the free anti-virus software without paying a single penny.

  8. KEY FEATURES OF COMODO Detects and destroys threats Separates suspicious files to an isolated environment for analysis Constant protection with the use of real-time on-access scanning Implements Auto-Sandboxing technology Secure Shopping Virtual Desktop

  9. With Comodo, you can safeguard your endpoints effectively and stay protected from the emerging threats. For More Information: https://antivirus.comodo.com/blog/computer-safety/what-is- ransomware/

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