Can ransomware infect already encrypted files, or does encryption offer protection against such attacks?
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Can ransomware infect already encrypted files, or does encryption offer protection against such attacks?
Ransomware can indeed infect files that are already encrypted. While encryption itself can protect data from unauthorized access or viewing, ransomware can encrypt the encrypted files further, making them inaccessible until a ransom is paid or the files are decrypted through other means. It’s important to have robust security measures in place to protect against ransomware attacks, such as regular backups and up-to-date cybersecurity software.