IT Security News&Updates Ransomware: what is it? November 5, 2015 November 15, 2015 ransomware /ˈrans(ə)mwɛː/ a type of malicious software designed to block access to a computer system or to files on that computer until a sum of money is paid. Website Projects – Our Own Websites DATA exfiltration: the DNS way Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *CommentName Email Website Save my name, email, and site URL in my browser for next time I post a comment.