CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 967

Ann, a customer, is reporting that several important files are missing from her workstation. She recently received communication from an unknown party who is requesting funds to restore the files. Which of the following attacks has occurred?

Answer options

• A. Ransomware
• B. Keylogger
• C. Buffer overflow
• D. Rootkit

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Ransomware, as this type of attack involves encrypting files and demanding payment for their decryption. Options B, C, and D refer to different types of attacks that do not involve extortion for file recovery.