Which malware denies access to the infected computer system and demands payment before the restriction is removed?
Which malware denies access to the infected computer system and demands payment before the restriction is removed?
- Adware
- Rootkit
- Spyware
- Virus
- Ransomware
Explanation: Ransomware typically denies a user access to their files by encrypting the files and then displaying a message demanding a ransom for the decryption key.
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