Is ransomware classified as a virus, worm, or something else entirely?
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Is ransomware classified as a virus, worm, or something else entirely?
Ransomware is a type of malware, not a virus or a worm specifically. It is a malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or files until a sum of money is paid.