Q. With reference to “LockBit Ransomware” consider the following statements::
1.It is designed to infiltrate victims’ systems and encrypt important files.
2.The virus is categorized as a crypto virus due to its requests for payment in cryptocurrency.
3.It works as a self-spreading malware, and it does not require additional instructions once it has successfully infiltrated a single device with access to an organizational intranet.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1, 2 and 3 are correct. LockBit Ransomware is designed to infiltrate victims’ systems and encrypt important files. The virus is categorized as a crypto virus due to its requests for payment in cryptocurrency to decrypt files on the victim’s device. It works as a self-spreading malware, not requiring additional instructions once it has successfully infiltrated a single device with access to an organizational intranet.
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