Palo Alto Networks Certified Detection and Remediation Analyst (PCDRA) — Question 90

What kind of malware uses encryption, data theft, denial of service, and possibly harassment to take advantage of a victim?

Answer options

• A. Rootkit
• B. Keylogger
• C. Ransomware
• D. Worm

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Ransomware is designed specifically to encrypt a victim's data and demand payment for its release, fitting the description of using encryption and data theft. Rootkits, keyloggers, and worms do not primarily focus on encryption or the same kind of direct exploitation as ransomware does.