Cybersecurity and Response Planningintermediate
Select ALL statements supported by the course material about ransomware.
Answer
It can lock files or systems while demanding a ransom., It should be considered during response planning., Response may require restricting connectivity.
Explanation
### Why this is right
Ransomware can deny access to systems or files, and planning may include containment such as restricting connectivity.
### The concept
Response choices depend on the specific threat and its effects. Paying does not guarantee recovery.
### The other options
- **B. Paying the ransom guarantees restored access.**: the material explicitly says payment does not guarantee access will be restored.
### Remember
A ransom demand is not a recovery guarantee.
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