Consumer’s Fears Have Shifted From Identity Theft to a Fear of Ransomware Attacks. Here’s Why …
- Ransomware Attacks occur every 11 seconds and are up 80% year after year. – Zippier
- Over 90% of Ransomware Attacks begin with phishing emails, once opened download malware such as Keyloggers, that are used to capture your personal information. – Knowbe4
- Over 80% of Keyloggers cannot be detected by antivirus – Techjury
Once Ransomware is installed, it has control of the user’s device and holds it hostage until the ransom is paid.
The Ransomware can gain access to all personal credentials, including financial information, plus images and data that could be sensitive or embarrassing if released to the victim’s email list or on a public forum.