ransomware
[ ran-suh m-wair ]
/ ˈræn səmˌwɛər /
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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.
Nearby words
rankshift, ransack, ransom, ransom, john crowe, ransome, ransomware, rant, rant and rave, rantallion, ranters, rantoul
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Examples 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