Open AccessImpact of Ransomware on Cybersecurity
Author(s) -
Yaya Itai,
Emmanuel Onwubiko
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
international journal of computer and technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2277-3061
DOI - 10.24297/ijct.v17i1.6750
Subject(s) - ransomware , computer security , cyberwarfare , cyber threats , data breach , computer science , internet privacy , business , malware
This paper attempts to discover ransomware exposing the lack of cyber-security. It intends to elicit attention with regards to ransomware, a newly emerged cyber threat and to help organizations; IT practitioners understand the need for cyber security knowledge and awareness plus types of tools used. The paper also discusses methodologies trends and research recommendation on cyber-security threats and provides probative strategic strategy.