Which form of malware utilizes advanced encryption to scramble user data files, forcing the victim to pay a fee to obtain the decryption key? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which form of malware utilizes advanced encryption to scramble user data files, forcing the victim to pay a fee to obtain the decryption key?
A. Ransomware
B. Rootkit Engine
C. Keylogger Script
D. Logic Bomb Module
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ransomware targets data directories via cryptographic algorithms, locking file access until a ransom payment is made.

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