Malware that locks or prevents a device from functioning properly until a fee has been paid is known as:
A)Lockware
B)Ransomware
C)Stealware
D)Hostageware

Question

Malware that locks or prevents a device from functioning properly until a fee has been paid is known as:​
A)​Lockware
B)​Ransomware
C)​Stealware
D)​Hostageware

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This type of malware is commonly known as ransomware, which holds a device or its data hostage until a ransom or fee is paid to the attacker. Lockware, stealware, and hostageware are not commonly used terms for this type of malware.

Malware That Locks or Prevents a Device from Functioning Properly