Criminals access someone’s computer and encrypt the user’s personal files and data. The user is unable to access this data unless they pay the criminals to decrypt the files. This practice is called …ABotnetBRansomwareCDrivingDSpam

A group of computers that is networked together and used by hackers to steal information is called a …ABotnetBRootkitCDDoSDOperating system

An individual has their personal information stolen. They discover that someone is using that information to impersonate them and commit fraud. What does this scenario describe?1 pointSecured customer dataData breachIdentity theftNetwork infiltration

An attempt to steal, spy on, damage, or destroy computer systems, networks, or their associated information is characterised as which of the following?Computer securityDigital hackingCyber attackCryptography

This cybercrime refers to the act of acquiring sensitive information, such as usernames, passwords, web site details, and credit card accounts, by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.Group of answer choicesIdentity theftLibelPhishing

When a user turns on the PC on Wednesday, the PC displays a message indicating that all of the user files have been locked. In order to get the files unencrypted, the user is supposed to send an email and include a specific ID in the email title. The message also includes ways to buy and submit bitcoins as payment for the file decryption. After inspecting the message, the technician suspects a security breach occurred. What type of malware could be responsible?ransomwarespywareadwareTrojan