It begins with a bogus email that tricks you into downloading malicious software known as ‘ransomware.’ Your computer freezes up and hackers steal your data, then demand money to return it. We discuss the threat of ransomware for governments, companies and individuals.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Steven Potter Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Josephine Wolff Guest
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