ransomware
[ ran-suh m-wair ]
/ ˈræn səmˌwɛər /
noun Digital Technology.
malware planted illegally in a computer or mobile device that disables its operation or access to its data until the owner or operator pays to regain control or access.
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Words nearby ransomware
rankle, rankshift, ransack, ransom, ransome, ransomware, rant, rant and rave, rantoul, ranula, ranula pancreatica
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Example sentences from the Web for ransomware
Ransomware “gangs” are successfully extorting $5 million a year, Symantec estimates.
Ransomware Scams Prey on Your Sense of Guilt to Open Your Wallet|Winston Ross|August 3, 2013|DAILY BEASTRansomware also can find people in other cyber back alleys, too: illegal music and movie downloaders are common targets.
Ransomware Scams Prey on Your Sense of Guilt to Open Your Wallet|Winston Ross|August 3, 2013|DAILY BEAST