Which type of computer threat locks a device and sends a message that states the device cannot be unlocked unless the user submites a payment?

A: Trojan Horse

B: Ransomware

C: Virus

D: Phishing Attack

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Clarence

1 August, 05:02

Which type of computer threat locks a device and sends a message that states the device cannot be unlocked unless the user submites a payment?

A: Trojan Horse

B: Ransomware

C: Virus

D: Phishing Attack

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Monica Klein · Answer 1

Answer:virus

Karley Wilkerson · Answer 2

Ransomware, as the name may imply (ransom). Think of it like a hostage situation. Someone rich gets kidnapped (user), the kidnapper (threat) would want a ransom.

Which type of computer threat locks a device and sends a message that states the device cannot be unlocked unless the user submites a payment?A: Trojan HorseB: RansomwareC: VirusD: Phishing Attack

Which type of computer threat locks a device and sends a message that states the device cannot be unlocked unless the user submites a payment?

A: Trojan Horse

B: Ransomware

C: Virus

D: Phishing Attack