# Ransomware Attack

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDdFGHseVXqGwd7WX5PggQQ

## Labels

## Definition

In a ransomware attack, malicious software encrypts a victim's data and demands payment (usually in cryptocurrency) to restore access. Failure to pay often results in the permanent loss of the encrypted data.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RKUCwOJGfYiSc7zU1qkhAS

**Deprecated:** False