What is ransomware?
Ransomware is a malware that stealthily gets installedWhat is ransomware? in your PC or mobile device and holds your files or operating system functions for ransom. It restricts you from using your PC or mobile device, and fromaccessing your files (files are sometimes locked or encrypted), unless you pay the ransom (in exchange for file decryption).
Paying the ransom (either through credit card or Bitcoins) however, does not guarantee that you’ll get your files back. Prevention is still way better than allowing yourself to be infected and then trying to find a cure. See our Ransomware page for details.