What happens if a ransomware-infected PDF file is copied to another device?
Share
Questions & Answers Board – CyberSecurity
Lost your password? Please enter your email address. You will receive a link and will create a new password via email.
Please briefly explain why you feel this question should be reported.
Please briefly explain why you feel this answer should be reported.
Please briefly explain why you feel this user should be reported.
What happens if a ransomware-infected PDF file is copied to another device?
When a ransomware-infected PDF file is copied to another device, the ransomware code within the file can potentially execute on the new device if the file is opened or interacted with. This can lead to the ransomware infecting the new device and encrypting files, demanding a ransom for decryption. It is crucial to always be cautious when handling potentially malicious files and to have up-to-date security measures in place to prevent such infections.